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Community Care Work (Level 3)

Community Care Work (Level 3)

Pathway
National Code
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State Code
AD79
DTWD Status
Replaced
Associated Qualification
Certificate III in Individual Support
National Code
CHC33015
State Code
AWK6
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Original TGA Release Date
06/08/2015
Field of Education
0905 - Human Welfare Studies And Services
Approved Date
30/05/2022
Stream of Study
Initial Vocational (3100 - 3600)
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Version
6.00
Current Release Date
28/04/2022
Nominal Hours
555
Description
This qualification is part of the Lower Fees, Local Skills program where you'll pay only half of the standard course fees.

Acquire the skills and knowledge to gain a career in community and/or residential aged care facilities. Learn to provide personal care to people who may require support due to ageing or disability. Be trained in safety procedures and the legal and ethical framework of this sector.

This course is offered through a Community Care Work Traineeship pathway, delivered over a period of ‘Up to 12 Months’.
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = thirteen (13)
- seven (7) core units
- six (6) elective units, consisting of:
- at least four (4) units from the electives listed below, at least two (2) units must be from those units listed under Groups A, B or C
- up to two (2) units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome

Any combination of electives that meets the rules above can be selected for the award of the Certificate III in Individual Support. Where appropriate, electives may be packaged to provide a qualification with a specialisation.

Packaging for each specialisation:
- All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) and all remaining electives must be selected from Group D.
- All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability).
- At least four units from Group C electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Home and Community).

Where two specialisations are completed award of the qualification would read Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Home and Community).

All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All seven (7) units must be completed.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVC29 CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services 50 Unit of competency
WG739 HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care 25 Unit of competency
AVC63 CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support 75 Unit of competency
AVB19 HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems 20 Unit of competency
AVC53 CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing 40 Unit of competency
AVB82 CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically 50 Unit of competency
AVC09 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people 30 Unit of competency
2. Group A Electives – AGEING Specialisation
All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) and all remaining electives must be selected from Group D. Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVA32 HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 30 Unit of competency
AVC91 CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people 50 Unit of competency
AVC66 CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs 35 Unit of competency
AVC87 CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia 60 Unit of competency
3. Group B Electives – DISABILITY Specialisation
All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVA32 HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 30 Unit of competency
AVC19 CHCDIS001 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach 40 Unit of competency
AVC13 CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability 85 Unit of competency
AVC18 CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports 35 Unit of competency
AVC17 CHCDIS003 Support community participation and social inclusion 55 Unit of competency
4. Group C Electives – HOME AND COMMUNITY Specialisation
At least four units from Group C electives must be selected for award of the Certificate III in Individual Support (Home and Community).
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

Note: CHCAGE001 or CHCDIS007 to be chosen, not both.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVC91 CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people 50 Unit of competency
AVC13 CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability 85 Unit of competency
AVC66 CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs 35 Unit of competency
AVB95 CHCHCS001 Provide home and community support services 40 Unit of competency
AVC54 CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families 40 Unit of competency
5. Group D Electives - AGED CARE
The remaining units may be chosen from Group D.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVC76 CHCCCS001 Address the needs of people with chronic disease 50 Unit of competency
AVA37 HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication 25 Unit of competency
AVB11 HLTAHA001 Assist with an allied health program 80 Unit of competency
AVA93 HLTAHA019 Assist with the monitoring and modification of meals and menus according to individualised plans 40 Unit of competency
AVC16 CHCDIS004 Communicate using augmentative and alternative communication strategies 50 Unit of competency
AVA32 HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 30 Unit of competency
AVC19 CHCDIS001 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach 40 Unit of competency
AVB56 CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach 45 Unit of competency
AVC13 CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability 85 Unit of competency
AVC18 CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports 35 Unit of competency
AVC90 CHCAGE002 Implement falls prevention strategies 40 Unit of competency
AVB89 CHCLAH003 Participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs 55 Unit of competency
AVC08 CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety 30 Unit of competency
AVC64 CHCCCS013 Provide basic foot care 20 Unit of competency
OCD30 HLTAID011 Provide First Aid 18 Unit of competency
AVB95 CHCHCS001 Provide home and community support services 40 Unit of competency
AVC60 CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support 40 Unit of competency
AVA11 HLTOHC004 Provide or assist with oral hygiene 30 Unit of competency
AVC56 CHCCCS021 Respond to suspected abuse 50 Unit of competency
AVC17 CHCDIS003 Support community participation and social inclusion 55 Unit of competency
AWA80 CHCGRP001 Support group activities 25 Unit of competency
AVC54 CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families 40 Unit of competency
AVC51 CHCCCS026 Transport individuals 10 Unit of competency
AVB69 CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues 50 Unit of competency
6. Other Elective Units
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVC76 CHCCCS001 Address the needs of people with chronic disease 50 Unit of competency
AWB18 CHCECD001 Analyse and apply information that supports employment and career development 50 Unit of competency
AVA13 HLTOHC003 Apply and manage use of basic oral health products 40 Unit of competency
AVA37 HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication 25 Unit of competency
AVA94 HLTAHA018 Assist with planning and evaluating meals and menus to meet recommended dietary guidelines 40 Unit of competency
AVA93 HLTAHA019 Assist with the monitoring and modification of meals and menus according to individualised plans 40 Unit of competency
AVC16 CHCDIS004 Communicate using augmentative and alternative communication strategies 50 Unit of competency
AVA32 HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures 30 Unit of competency
AVB90 CHCLAH002 Contribute to leisure and health programming 55 Unit of competency
AUM29 BSBCUS301 Deliver and monitor a service to customers 40 Unit of competency
AWB16 CHCECD002 Deliver and monitor contracted employment services 55 Unit of competency
AVB56 CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach 45 Unit of competency
AVB49 CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships 55 Unit of competency
WG826 CHCYTH001 Engage respectfully with young people 50 Unit of competency
AVC55 CHCCCS022 Facilitate independent travel 35 Unit of competency
AVC70 CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery 60 Unit of competency
AVC68 CHCCCS009 Facilitate responsible behaviour 35 Unit of competency
AVC96 CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients 55 Unit of competency
AVC90 CHCAGE002 Implement falls prevention strategies 40 Unit of competency
AVB98 CHCEDU006 Improve clients' fundamental financial literacy skills 40 Unit of competency
AVA14 HLTOHC002 Inform and support patients and groups about oral health 40 Unit of competency
AUK35 BSBMED301 Interpret and apply medical terminology appropriately 40 Unit of competency
D5159 TLIH2001A Interpret road maps and navigate pre-determined routes 20 Unit of competency
AVB93 CHCINM002 Meet community information needs 30 Unit of competency
D5014 TLIC1051A Operate commercial vehicle 30 Unit of competency
AUJ68 BSBWOR301 Organise personal work priorities and development 30 Unit of competency
AVB89 CHCLAH003 Participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs 55 Unit of competency
WF627 SITHCCC307 Prepare food to meet special dietary requirements 55 Unit of competency
AUI81 BSBINM201 Process and maintain workplace information 20 Unit of competency
WF614 SITHCCC201 Produce dishes using basic methods of cookery 50 Unit of competency
AVC08 CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety 30 Unit of competency
AVC64 CHCCCS013 Provide basic foot care 20 Unit of competency
OCD30 HLTAID011 Provide First Aid 18 Unit of competency
AVC86 CHCAGE006 Provide food services 20 Unit of competency
AVC60 CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support 40 Unit of competency
AVA11 HLTOHC004 Provide or assist with oral hygiene 30 Unit of competency
AVA15 HLTOHC001 Recognise and respond to oral health issues 30 Unit of competency
AVB48 CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice 40 Unit of competency
AVB79 CHCLLN001 Respond to client language, literacy and numeracy needs 35 Unit of competency
AVC56 CHCCCS021 Respond to suspected abuse 50 Unit of competency
AWA80 CHCGRP001 Support group activities 25 Unit of competency
AVC52 CHCCCS024 Support individuals with autism spectrum disorder 50 Unit of competency
WG803 CHCPRT002 Support the rights and safety of children and young people 25 Unit of competency
AVC51 CHCCCS026 Transport individuals 10 Unit of competency
AVK04 TLIC3011 Transport passengers with disabilities 40 Unit of competency
AVA12 HLTOHC005 Use basic oral health screening tools 30 Unit of competency
AUK98 BSBWOR204 Use business technology 30 Unit of competency
AVB91 CHCLAH001 Work effectively in the leisure and health industries 45 Unit of competency
AVC85 CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context 55 Unit of competency
AVB99 CHCEDU005 Work with clients to identify financial literacy education needs 40 Unit of competency
AVB36 CHCSET001 Work with forced migrants 50 Unit of competency
AVB35 CHCSOH001 Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness 80 Unit of competency
AVB69 CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues 50 Unit of competency
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