CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support

Specialisations: Ageing, Disability, and Dual (Ageing & Disability)

Build a rewarding career supporting older people and individuals with disability. This qualification gives you the practical skills and confidence to provide person-centred care and make a real difference in people’s lives.

Fees & Funding

Government funding (if eligible)
Fee for service: $2,950
Payment plans available

Study Options

From 18 weeks
3 days / week classroom session – lectures and practical
Online LMS

Work Placement

Minimum of 120 hours

If you meet our criteria below, we will organise the work placement on your behalf.

Contact

learningconsultant1@awt.edu.au
(08) 8944 2999

Nationally recognised Certificate III qualification
Practical, hands-on learning – combining classroom knowledge with real workplace experience.
Industry-relevant skills to empower people with disability to achieve greater independence and inclusion.
Qualified and supportive trainers
Flexible study options – classroom delivery, online, and mandatory workplace components.
Online LMS – for course materials, submit assessments, and track progress online.
Government-subsidised training available for eligible South Australian students.
Pathways to employment – be job-ready and confident in your future career.
Inclusive learning environment – welcoming students from diverse backgrounds with wellbeing and academic support available.

You will learn how to:

Deliver individualised support in line with care plans
Communicate effectively and work safely in care environments
Promote independence, dignity, and quality of life for clients
Work ethically and professionally within the aged care and disability sectors

SA employment facts - Aged and Disability Career

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1 Year Change

-1 %

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5 Years Change

0 %

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SA Future Demand

strong

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Attend a course suitability interview to assess learning support needs, goals, and alignment with disability sector outcomes.

Complete a pre-training assessment (e.g. CSPA or SRNI) to confirm you have the foundation skills needed for the course.

Be physically capable of performing care-related tasks during your minimum 120-hours work placement (e.g. assisting clients with mobility and personal care).

Current National Police Clearance

NDIS Worker Screening Check (or DHS Clearance)

Additional clearances as required by placement facilities (e.g. DHS Vulnerable Person, Aged Care Sector, Working with Children Check)

HLTAID011 Provide First Aid – must be completed prior to placement

COVID-19 and immunisation evidence as required by the host organisation

Access to a computer or tablet with internet to complete online learning and assessments through AWT’s Learning Management System (LMS).

Possible job roles

Care Worker

Accommodation

Support Worker

Care Assistant

Home Care Assistant

Disability Service Officer

Community Care Worker

Family Support Worker

Residential Care Worker

Community House Worker

In Home Respite Worker

Residential Support Worker

School Support Officer (Disability)

Core Units

CHCCOM005	Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001	Work legally and ethically
CHCCCS031	Provide individualised support
HLTWHS002	Follow safe work practices for direct client care
HLTINF006	Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
CHCCCS038	Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS040	Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS041	Recognise healthy body systems

Elective Units

CHCAGE011	Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013	Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003	Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health
CHCCCS036	Support relationships with carer and family
CHCCCS017	Provide loss and grief support

CHCDIS011	Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS020	Work effectively in disability support
CHCDIS012	Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health
CHCCCS036	Support relationships with carer and family
CHCCCS017	Provide loss and grief support

CHCAGE011	Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013	Work effectively in aged care
CHCPAL003	Deliver care services using a palliative approach
CHCDIS011	Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS020	Work effectively in disability support
CHCDIS012	Support community participation and social inclusion

		FEE
Self-funded / Fee for Service students		$2,950
Subsidised Training Opportunities Eligible students may qualify for a concession fee, depending on individual circumstances. AWT will confirm eligibility, fees, and funding conditions during enrolment. For full Participant Eligibility Criteria, visit the Skills SA website.
Fully funded by the Department (for eligible participants)
Disability Specialisation	Concession	$467.50
Disability Specialisation	Non-concession	$561
Ageing Specialisation	Concession	$492.50
Ageing Specialisation	Non-concession	$591
Dual (Ageing and Disability) Specialisation	Concession	$472.50
Dual (Ageing and Disability) Specialisation	Non-concession	$567
Partial funded by the Department (for eligible participants) + Fee for service (for eligible participants)
Disability Specialisation		$1,095
Ageing Specialisation		$1,095
Dual Specialisation		$1,095
Additional incidental costs may apply for work placement and course materials, depending on host-employer and individual requirements. Typical additional costs may include:
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (and HLTAID009 CPR) – AWT fee		$110
National Police Check		$30 – $50
DHS checks for students regardless of how many types of checks are required provided the applications are submitted at the same time. More information are found on APPLYING FOR SCREENING CHECK		$71
Immunisations or medical clearances – such as influenza or COVID-19 vaccinations		$22 – $30