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National code: CHC33021
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) at Boggabilla
Course information
Type
CombinationA mix of on campus, virtual, online and workplace training.
Focus
Individual SupportCourse specialisation
Schedule
Full Time16+ hours per week.
Duration
6 monthsTime required to complete this course.
Start date
4 Feb 2026First day of attendance online or on campus.
End date
25 Sep 2026Final day of attendance online or on campus.
Class details
Location
Proposed timetable
Wed, ThuThe proposed timetable is a draft and will be confirmed by your teacher
Class time
5 hoursDedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
Additional study time
12 hoursThe minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
Register interest
This course is currently closed. Register your interest to be notified when this course opens for enrolment.
Course fees
$---
Fee pending
Course fees are released each semester. We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.
Additional information
Other things to know
Assessments
Assessments let you show what you've learned and check what you may need to work on.
Knowledge assessments: short answer, multiple choice
Skills assessments: practical demonstrations
Case study assessments: scenario based written tasks
Work placement projects: research task related to client care, log book, portfolio
Work placement
Work placement gives you real experience and develops your skills.
You will undertake a mandatory 120 hours of work placement with a suitable industry employer.
TAFE NSW will arrange your work placement with a suitable industry employer.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
Any costs associated with travel and accommodation must be paid by the learner Access to a computer with a reliable internet connection, webcam and headset
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
Confirm you are able to attend a 2 day, on-campus workshop each term, on dates to be confirmed by your teacher
Units
Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 15 units of competency , including 9 core and 6 speciality units.
Core units - 9
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Provide individualised supportCHCCCS031
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and controlHLTINF006
Follow safe work practices for direct client careHLTWHS002
Work legally and ethicallyCHCLEG001
Course delivery
Combination study
Learn through a combination of on-campus classroom, virtual classroom, online, and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled face-to-face or virtual classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Boggabilla
Campus facilities
Limited free parking
Digital library services
Student kitchenette
Student lounge
Connected learning point
Accessibility and inclusion
Accessible parking
Cultural space
Accessible toilet
Aboriginal learner support centre
We’re here to help
Get help with almost every part of student life. From study support and resources to counselling and finding jobs or accommodation.
- Disability and access support
- Counselling and careers
Student services
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Mon|8am - 6pm
Tue|8am - 6pm
Wed|8am - 6pm
Thu|8am - 6pm
Fri|8am - 6pm
Sat|Closed
Sun|Closed