Give back to the community and turn your passion for helping others into a fulfilling career.
Gain the theoretical knowledge and practical skills essential for providing person-centred support to people who require assistance due to ageing or disability. The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) is a nationally recognised qualification providing you with the confidence needed to gain employment in a range of care and support roles.
Employment Opportunities May Include Work In The Following Areas:
- Disability care
- Personal care
- Community, Home or Residential care
- Other care and assistive roles
Delivery And Duration:
- 39 week (9 months) mixed mode online course
- 2 days mandatory attendance in class per month at one of our sites
- Online study through weekly webinars with a trainer (synchronous, real-time learning) and self-directed learning online)
- 15 units (subjects) including 9 core and 6 electives
- Class days times – 8.30am-4.30pm
- Students may need to spend 10 hours per week on research and self-directed learning from the course materials (including completing assessments)
Work Placement
- 120 hours of vocational placement is required which can be met throughtheir workplace hours (must be in a direct support role with clients).
- Please note that evidence of hours from workplace will be required.
- Monday to Friday with own transport required.
Why STEPS?
STEPS Education and Training offer training solutions that meet real local sector needs. Our courses are designed with students and employers in mind and will improve our students’ employment opportunities and on-the-job skills.
Our highly qualified trainers and assessors bring hands on industry experience to their role allowing you to feel confident that you are gaining the best workplace preparation possible.
