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    Certificate IV in Ageing Support

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Lead from the front as an aged care team leader. Gain a deep working knowledge of the aged care sector, develop your personal leadership style and get on-the-job experience in this high growth industry.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • Provide person centred care and strengths based practice

    • Advocate for the interests and rights of your clients

    • Coordinate services and interventions

    • Deliver care services to palliative clients and clients with dementia

    • Lead teams of staff

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • Learn on the job with 120 hours work placement

    • Provide personal care

    • Follow infection control procedures

    • Follow care plans

    • Perform domestic duties

    • A pathway to a rewarding career or further study

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

    • This course can be completed as part of a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.

    Completion requirements

    During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:

    • An Australian National Police Record Check

    • Vaccination and health screenings

    • A Working with Children Check (WWCC), depending on your work placement

    • Any additional evidence your work placement provider requires

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • An interest in working with people

    • The ability to work independently

    • Empathy and patience

    • Good organisation and time management skills

    • A reasonable level of fitness and flexibility to carry out first aid and manual handling

    • You take charge of your learning and can finish tasks on time, by yourself.

    • You can read everyday texts and find important information.

    • You can write short sentences or lists to share information

    • You can speak clearly and explain your thoughts in a group.

    • You can do everyday maths like working out prices or reading a timetable.

    • You can use email, search the internet, and open files.

    TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.

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    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: Home care support worker, Community care worker, Aged care worker, Home care planner and Direct care worker

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Certificate IV in Ageing Support does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study1 Course

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study0 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    The Certificate IV in Ageing Support does not have any related courses.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Ageing Support qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 18 Units of competency, including 15 core and 3 speciality units.

    Please note, not all specialty units are offered at every TAFE NSW location. It is highly recommended that you check with your preferred campus for information about the specialty units offered at that location.

    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.

    • Follow safe work practices for direct client careHLTWHS002

    • Recognise healthy body systemsHLTAAP001

    • Manage legal and ethical complianceCHCLEG003

    • Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnershipsCHCPRP001

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    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs – be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning – an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations – get social with our student community

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