COURSE OVERVIEW
Are you passionate about working with people and providing person-centred support in the disability sector? This qualification will equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to start your career in this rewarding field. You must complete at least 120 hours of placement to meet the minimum requirements of this qualification. Work placement will provide the hands-on experience you need to succeed.
Job Outcomes
Possible positions include:
Family support worker
- Community care worker
- Residential support worker
- Home care assistant
COURSE DELIVERY
This training is available as a traineeship, face to face or via supported online learning.
You must complete at least 120 hours of work placement to meet the minimum requirements of this qualification. Work placement will provide the hands-on experience you need to succeed.
Duration
up to 12 months commitment - flexible delivery options available to suit your needs. Call us to find out more
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
All students are required to complete a pre-training questionnaire followed by Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) assessment and achieve an appropriate LLN level for the course. These help ensure that students are ready for the coursework and can receive the necessary support during their studies.
There are no formal academic entry requirements. All students are required to have a national police Check, Working with Children's Check, Covid Vaccinations, Immunisations and Flu Vaccine There are no formal academic entry requirements.
Course Structure
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS041 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support |
| HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| HLTHPS006 | Assist clients with medication |
| CHCCCS031 | Provide individualised support |
| CHCCCS040 | Support independence and wellbeing |
| CHCDIS011 | Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach |
| CHCDIS012 | Support community participation and social inclusion |
| CHCDIS020 | Work effectively in disability support |
| CHCCCS036 | Support relationships with carer and family |
Support Available
RCC is focused on supporting students throughout their learning journey. Support for learners is tailored to the specific learner needs. For more information on support available to our learners please refer to the RCC Student Handbook.
Course FEE
Full Fee, Subsidised, Concession
Riverina Community College is an approved Smart and Skilled provider- eligibility and funding criteria apply.
For more information on fees please refer to https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/vocational/funding/smart-skilled-fees https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/resources/smart-and-skilled-fee-administration-policy Or call for a customised quote
