Certificate III in Individual Support
(Ageing and Disability) CHC33021
CRICOS: 114720J
Course Overview
| Duration | Work Component Hours | Delivery Location | Fees & Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
|
52 weeks |
150 hours |
Classroom based Face to face learning – Main campus (Melbourne) |
This entry-level qualification prepares students for essential roles in residential aged care, community care, and disability support. Graduates are trained to provide high-quality, person-centred care while taking responsibility for their own professional outcomes.
Core Focus Areas
• Residential Aged Care: Supporting the elderly in dedicated residential facilities.
• Community Care: Helping clients maintain independence in their own homes.
• Disability Care: Assisting individuals with disabilities across various settings.
Why Choose AMCA?
• Practical Experience: Students gain 150 hours of real-world work placement at leading healthcare facilities. AMCA manages these placements through strong industry partnerships, ensuring students learn from renowned experts.
• Expert Instruction: Training is delivered by passionate, industry-experienced professionals who provide personalized guidance.
• Simulated Learning: Students practice in a state-of-the-art simulated environment using actual workplace equipment before heading to placement.
• Flexible & Face-to-Face: The curriculum combines tutorials, workshops, and hands-on practical training to ensure a comprehensive and engaging learning experience.
*Special Scholarship
See more in our brochure / Special Scholarships (promotional fees 2026)
Why Study at AMCA?
Expert Trainers: Learn from industry experienced and passionate trainers to support and guide you
Work Placement: AMCA has strong ties with leading healthcare facilities, ensuring students have access to top-tier work placements. As a part of this course, you will gain 150 hours of real-world experience through work placement with renowned industry experts in the field.
Flexible Study: The Certificate III in Individual Support is provided face-to-face by our highly qualified training professionals through a combination of tutorials, workshops, and practical training in our simulated environment.
Entry requirements and admissions
Age requirements
Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
Course Structure
List of Units
CHCAGE013 Work Effectively in the aged care
CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support*
CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
CRICOS: 114721H Individual Support and Community Services Program
Outcomes
Recognising Organisations
Our Industry Partners
