This skill set introduces you to the skills and knowledge needed to provide basic support for older people. A great start to a career pathway in aged care, home care and disability support.
Opportunities exist to progress to a full Certificate III level qualification and receive credit transfer for the units completed in this skill set. On completion you will be invited to participate in an employment screening interview with IRT Group.
Duration of course
4-6 weeks
Delivery method
Hybrid delivery: virtual, face to face, online and self-paced program
Entry requirements
None
Work placement
None
Nationally recognised
Funding may be available
This skill set develops your skills and knowledge to start working in a care role.
Throughout this skill set you will learn to:
On the completion of this course, you will gain:
This statement of attainment is a valuable career development stepping stone that will enable you to kickstart a career in aged care, home care and disability support.
Subsidised Prices
$990.00
Traineeship
n/a
Non-subsidised prices
Full-fee
$990.00
Funding may be available
We offer various state and territory subsidised training programs to assist you with course fees.
You will be assessed a number of ways. These methods may include:
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 CHCSS00114 Entry into Care Roles 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.
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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