The nationally recognised Certificate IV in Leisure and Health is the perfect course for someone who wants a career that goes to the heart of providing older people with the time of their lives.
This course develops your skills and knowledge to be able to assess the individual needs of residents and clients requiring support and develop and implement leisure activities or programs to support everyday living.
Duration of course
12 months
Delivery method
Hybrid delivery: virtual, face to face, online and self-paced program
Entry requirements
None
Enrolment dates
21 March 2024
27 June 2024
17 October 2024
Work placement
120 hours required
Nationally recognised
Funding may be available
This qualification covers the design, implementation and evaluation of health and leisure activities in the Aged Care Sector. The Certificate IV in Leisure and Health is part of an exciting and diverse career pathway in the community services and health care sectors.
Throughout the qualification you will learn to:
On the completion of this course, you will gain:
Completing this course will provide you with a nationally recognised qualification and the chance to start or further your career in roles such as an:
Subsidised Prices
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 prices
Full-fee
$8,810.00
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 CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health is right for you?
We’ve compiled a few of our most frequently asked questions to help you understand everything you need to know.
You can expect to apply approximately 6-8 hours per week of self-directed learning in addition to class attendance.
An online learning resource and assessment pack will be provided and pre-reading is essential before attending classes.
Like choosing any area of study the choice is a personal one for you to make. Aged care is a rapidly expanding industry where demand for workers with leisure and health skills will increase as the Australian population ages.
We offer different intakes over the year.
Check the course page or contact us to find out the next enrolment date.
No, there are no prerequisites for this course.
One day per fortnight including virtual sessions and face to face practicals held at IRT Academy in Wollongong or other site as advised.
Yes, 120 hours of work placement is required in an aged care centre. IRT Academy will assist in organising work placement but can’t guarantee work placement in areas where IRT does not have an aged care centre.
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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