Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Home and Community Care
Certificate IV in Home and Community Care
CHC40212
J012
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification addresses work in client homes and other community settings within defined organisational guidelines and service plans.
These workers:
Carry out activities related to maintaining an individual's well being through personal care and/or other activities of living
May provide services to individuals with complex needs, and/or work with groups of older people Work may include training and support to promote independence and community participation, which may be provided as part of activities and programs in a variety of home and community care settings
Report to service managers and liaise with professionals and other service providers
May be required to supervise and/or coordinate a limited number of other workers.
Occupational titles may include:
Assistant coordinator
In-home respite care
Assistant team leader
Personal care worker
Care team leader
Senior community care worker
Community house worker
Service coordinator
Community support worker
Support worker
Day activity worker
Transport coordinator
Schedule
Packaging Rules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTSTo gain entry into CHC40212 Certificate IV in Home and Community Care a candidate must be recognised as competent, through a recognised training program or recognition process, against the following core units from CHC30312 Certificate III in Home and Community Care (or equivalent):
- CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
- CHCDIS301C Work effectively with people with a disability
- CHCICS304B Work effectively with carers
PACKAGING RULES
Fifteen (15) units are required for award of this qualification including:
- six (6) core units
- nine (9) elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Group B electives which are recommended for advanced care work
- Group C electives which are recommended for service coordination work
- Other relevant electives listed in the qualification outline
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and pack
1. Entry Requirement Units
To gain entry into CHC40212 Certificate IV in Home and Community Care a candidate must be recognised as competent, through a recognised training program or recognition process, against the following core units from CHC30312 Certificate III in Home and Community Care (or equivalent):
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8575 | CHCICS304B | Work effectively with carers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D9310 | CHCAC318B | Work effectively with older people | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WC888 | CHCDIS301C | Work effectively with people with a disability | 85 | Unit of competency |
2. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed
Note:
HLTWHS300A OR CHCWHS312A to be chosen, NOT both and
HLTHIR403C OR HLTHIR404D to be completed, NOT both
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD312 | HLTWHS300A | Contribute to WHS processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8573 | CHCHC401B | Coordinate and monitor home based support | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WC925 | CHCICS402B | Facilitate individualised plans | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D2206 | CHCAC416A | Facilitate support responsive to the specific nature of dementia | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WD010 | CHCWHS312A | Follow WHS safety procedures for direct care work | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WC847 | CHCCS411C | Work effectively in the community sector | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D8283 | HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group A Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
It is recommended that one (1) of the following units that was not selected as core to be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8283 | HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group B Advanced Care Units
Six (6) units may be completed from Group B for working in delivery of advanced care.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2209 | CHCAD401D | Advocate for clients | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WC790 | CHCAC410B | Collect technical data to support client health care plan | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D5762 | HLTAP401B | Confirm physical health status | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D2657 | CHCPA301B | Deliver care services using a palliative approach | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WC924 | CHCICS401B | Facilitate support for personal care needs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WC857 | CHCCS426B | Provide support and care relating to loss and grief | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D5761 | HLTAP301B | Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D2295 | CHCCM404A | Undertake case management for clients with complex needs | 60 | Unit of competency |
5. Group C Service Coordination Work Units
Six (6) units may be completed from Group C for service coordination work in a home and community care context.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC947 | CHCNET404B | Facilitate links with other services | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WC956 | CHCORG423C | Maintain quality service delivery | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WC955 | CHCORG406C | Supervise work | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8543 | CHCADMIN403D | Undertake administrative work | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2313 | CHCCOM403A | Use targeted communication skills to build relationships | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D8556 | CHCCS400B | Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework | 50 | Unit of competency |
6. Other Relevant Elective Units
Up to nine (9) units may be completed from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D279 | CHC40208 | Certificate IV in Home and Community Care | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWM9 | CHC43015 | Certificate IV in Ageing Support | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into CHC40212 Certificate IV in Home and Community Care a candidate must be recognised as competent, through a recognised training program or recognition process, against the following core units from CHC30312 Certificate III in Home and Community Care (or equivalent):
CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
CHCDIS301C Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCICS304B Work effectively with carers
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