Are you providing palliative care support to residents and clients?
This essential skill set is for people working in various care and support roles in the community services industry who wish to develop skills in supporting people who require palliative care.
Duration of course
Short course
Delivery method
Blended learning model including; online and workplace based learning activities
Entry requirements
None
Work placement
None
Nationally recognised
Enrich your skill set to provide advanced support to older persons and their loved ones at this very special time. This course develops the skills and knowledge to be able to plan and support people in need of palliative care.
During this course you will learn to;
On the completion of this course, you will gain:
Palliative care is an important part of the aged care experience and a strong skills set in this area will enable you to support the individual and those around him/her with choice, dignity and high levels of care.
Subsidised Price
Please speak to us to find out more details.
Funding may be available
You may be eligible for state or territory training subsidies to assist with course fees.
Non-subsidised price
Full-fee
$2560.00
All students have the opportunity to apply for recognition of prior learning. Please see the IRT Academy Student Handbook located on our resources page for more information on how to apply.
Want to know more?
Have more questions about IRT Academy or need help to know whether a CHCSS00137 Palliative Approach Skill Set is right for you?
We’ve compiled a few of our most frequently asked questions to help you understand everything you need to know.
Students are required to complete online learning, theory/written assessments and workplace observation. Students are required to have access to a computer with internet connectivity. Students have a 16 week timeline to complete the course and need to devote approximately 2-4 hours of study per week.
This skill set is for individuals who hold a qualification at Certificate III level or higher in Community Services, Health or a related field, work in various care and support roles and who wish to develop skills in supporting people who require palliative care, within the delegations of an established individualised plan.
Enrolment into this course is at any time throughout the year.
This skill set has been endorsed by industry as suitable for individuals who hold a qualification at Certificate III level or higher in an area involving provision of direct client care or support.
This course is completed via a blend of online self-directed learning and practical assessment the workplace. Regular virtual support sessions hosted by an IRT Academy Trainer will be available to students to access.
No formal work placement hours are required, however there is workplace assessment and you will need to have access to a suitable working environment.
Find out everything you need to know, including information about course fees and refunds.
Making a difference in someone’s day is just the beginning
“I’ve always wanted to make a difference in someone’s day, and I now achieve this daily. The satisfaction you get knowing you help the most vulnerable – that’s priceless”
Debrah
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
“I love being able to do something for them, have a conversation, bring a smile to their face and a little bit of joy to their day – they have such good stories to
tell”
Ian
Certificate IV in Ageing Support
“I like spending time with the residents, getting a smile on their faces and knowing they’re happy with what i’ve done for them. That’s the most rewarding for me”
Vanessa
Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Whether it’s starting a new career, upskilling your current job or educating your team, IRT Academy can help.
We have been a registered training organisation delivering accredited and non-accredited aged care courses for over 25 years.
We offer guaranteed and arranged work placement in of our IRT Aged Care Centres in order for you to complete your required hours of placement.
Our expert educators have extensive experience working in the industry and training aged and home care staff.
Streamline your learning to employment opportunities by learning with a provider who is also an employer.
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