Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)

There are no entry requirements for this qualification. It is preferred that the students have obtained a minimum of a school certificate or equivalent. Students should also have the physical ability to stand, lift and bend to allow them to complete their required tasks. Entry requirements may vary dependent on unit selection and delivery method.

This Nationally Accredited Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability), will give you the skills and knowledge to work in the aged care & disability industry and support those who are most vulnerable!

Work in one of the most rewarding careers by providing guidance and support to those who need it with everyday tasks and achieve their personal goals. When you enrol into this course, you will learn how to:

• Provide support to clients to assist them with their everyday tasks
• Empower them to achieve their personal short/long-term goals
• Incorporate the concepts and practices you have learnt within your work placement

This course may be available with government funding for eligible students. (Eligibility criteria apply.)

Subsidised Training Options:

1. Standard Funding

   • Available to Queensland residents who have not yet completed a Certificate III or higher.

   • KCA Education can confirm your eligibility and guide you through the enrolment process.

2. Second Chance Funding (C3G Plus)

   • If you’ve already completed a Certificate III or higher, you may still qualify for funding.

   • This option requires an application through the Back to Work Pre-employment Program. Upon approval, you can enrol with a training provider under C3G Plus funding.

Student Contribution Fees:

• Concessional Fee: $52

• Non-Concessional Fee: $104

This course offers two full-time study options, both providing the same interactive learning experience:

1. Face-to-Face Learning – Attend classes in person at our campus, engaging in hands-on training, practical sessions, and collaborative learning.

2. Virtual Classroom (Online Attendance) – For students who live too far from our campus, we offer the option to join the same live, face-to-face class virtually. You’ll interact with trainers and classmates in real time, participate in discussions, and complete all coursework remotely. Please note that eligibility criteria apply for this option.

Both delivery modes include classroom-based instruction, practical sessions, research and project work, plus work placement. We use a variety of assessment methods, including role plays, written assessments, skills demonstrations, projects, presentations, training records, and work samples.

The course spans 16 weeks in total, comprising 12 weeks of classroom learning and 4 weeks of work placement.

Class Times:

• Monday to Thursday

• 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

These class times apply to both on-campus students and those attending virtual online classes.

This structure ensures a balanced combination of in-depth theoretical knowledge and practical, hands-on experience to prepare you for your future career.

A total of fifteen (15) units are required to complete this qualification: nine (9) core and six (6) elective units. 

Core units

• HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct
  client care
• CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
• CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
• CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or
  community services
• CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
• CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
• CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
• CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people
  receiving support
• HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of
  infection prevention and control

Elective units

• CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative
  approach
• CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with
  dementia
• CHCAGE013 Work effectively in aged care
• CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills
  development using a strengths-based
  approach
• CHCDIS012 Support community participation and
  social inclusion
• CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support

This course requires you to complete 4 weeks (120 hours) of supervised work placement.