| Course Code | CHC33021 |
| Locations |
Warrnambool, Portland, Hamilton, Colac
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| Study Mode | Full-time, On Campus, Workplace |
| Length | 10 months. |
| Commencement | Hamilton - July, Warrnambool, Portland & Colac - February 2026 |
| Timetable | Two days a week plus placement. Additional days may be required for assessments. |
This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Work involves using discretion and judgement in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for own outputs. Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centred support.
The learner will gain a wonderful hands-on learning experience covering all of the necessary aspects of being a successful worker in the Aged Care, Home and Community Care and disability sectors. You will enjoy a 120 work placement that is completely supported and set up by SWTAFE.
Over the past 10 years jobs in Healthcare and Social Assistance have grown by 26% with Residential Care the biggest driver of growth, growing by 10%. By 2050 there will need to be 1.3m workers in the aged care sector. Locally we are seeing unprecedented growth in the industry with over 90% of our students gaining employment or going on to further study within a month of completing the course.
This course is a pathway to a number of other qualifications. Courses you may choose to continue study include:
This course includes 120 hours of work placement.
Pre-placement requirements
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To be eligible for this qualification you must successfully complete 15 units: 9 core and 6 elective.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 40 | $0.00 |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | 55 | $0.00 |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | 30 | $0.00 |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care | 25 | $0.00 |
| HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control | 35 | $0.00 |
| CHCCCS031 | Provide individualised support | 100 | $0.00 |
| CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | 120 | $0.00 |
| CHCCCS040 | Support independence and wellbeing | 80 | $0.00 |
| CHCCCS041 | Recognise healthy body systems | 80 | $0.00 |
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCAGE011 | Provide support to people living with dementia | 80 | $0.00 |
| CHCAGE013 | Work effectively in aged care | 65 | $0.00 |
| CHCDIS011 | Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach | 40 | $0.00 |
| CHCDIS012 | Support community participation and social inclusion | 60 | $0.00 |
| CHCDIS020 | Work effectively in disability support | 65 | $0.00 |
| CHCPAL003 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach | 70 | $0.00 |
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Once you have applied for your chosen course, you will receive a thank you email from South West TAFE with a few steps to help process your enrolment.
Complete a Pre-Training Review
You will receive an email to complete a Pre-Training Review online evaluation. This evaluation helps us tailor your training to suit your needs.
Create or provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
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Skills recognition
If you have experience or prior qualifications, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning and gain credits. You will be asked to provide any relevant Statement of Attainment to support identified credits.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
Your fees each year can be made up of 3 different elements. Everyone has different circumstances that can affect what you pay and how much you pay. :
There are 4 different rates of tuition fees. Only one will apply to you (depending on your eligibility and circumstances).
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FEES AND ELIGIBILITY
The fees listed below are indicative only. The course fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Course fee funding is made available to eligible individuals by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect opportunities to access additional funding in the future. An accurate quote for this course will be provided during the enrolment process.
| Course fees by student type | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Government subsidised rate (if eligible) | $3,780.00 |
| Concession rate | $760.00 |
| Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $13,160.00 |
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
| Additional course fees | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Course consumable/materials (approximate) | $60.38 |
Your course may require you to purchase additional materials or books (eg uniform, stationery, textbooks). Some of these items are optional and some are mandatory. You can purchase these items from Campion Education, second-hand or via another supplier. Click here to find out more.
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Once we have processed your enrolment form, you will receive an email with your invoice.
You have three options when organising your payment:
Payments will need to be arranged within five(5) business days of receiving the email containing your invoice.
We also offer a range of scholarships each year which you may be eligible to apply for to assist with course fees.
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