CHC30208-3
Certificate III in Aged Care
Program CRICOS Number:070903C
This program provides knowledge, and explores skills, attitudes and values, which promote quality care and enable a person to perform a range of duties within the community and/or residential care systems with particular emphasis on aged care.
 |  |
Career Opportunities
Residential, Aged or Community Care Assistant
Entry Criteria
English Proficiency: IELTS 5.5 (with no individual band less than 5.0) or TOEFL 530 or ISLPR 2+
and
School Leavers must have completed Year 10 or equivalent
or
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies
and
School Leavers must have completed Year 10 or equivalent
or
Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study and personal competencies
Program Duration
Full Time : 18 weeks, including 1 week holiday-1 semester
Classes are timetabled Monday to Thursday. Students will also undertake fifteen days of industry placement. This placement is a total of approximately 120 hours.
Classes are timetabled Monday to Thursday. Students will also undertake fifteen days of industry placement. This placement is a total of approximately 120 hours.
Program Award
Certificate III
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.
Standard course cost will be charged for units of study/courses credited via RPL.
For additional information relating to RPL for this program, please contact:
The RPL Co-ordinator
13 72 48
rplcoordinator@southbank.edu.au
Venue
- Southbank Campus
How to Apply
Contact Southbank International Services:
Email: sbit.international@southbank.edu.au
Mail: Locked Mail Bag 111
South Brisbane QLD 4101
Australia
Telephone: +(617) 3244 5100
Facsimile: +(617) 3244 5588
Applications Close
There are three intakes each year, January, April and August. Applications can be made any time prior to the commencement of the program.
Cost
$8,400.00
For Additional Information
| Location: | International |
| Telephone: | (617) 3244 5100 |
| Facsimile: | (617) 3244 5588 |
| Address | |
| In Person: | International Services 66 Ernest St C Block, Ground Level South Brisbane |
| Mail: | Southbank International Services Locked Mail Bag 111 SOUTH BRISBANE QLD 4101 AUSTRALIA |
| Email: | sbit.international@southbank.edu.au |
| Find us at: | www.sbi.net.au |
Course Outline
| Course Code | Course Name |
| CHCAC318A | Work effectively with older people |
| HLTHIR403B | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers |
| HLTHIR404B | Work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people |
| CHCAC319A | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| HLTFA301B | Apply first aid |
| CHCPA301B | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
| HLTAP301A | Recognise healthy body systems in a health care setting |
| CHCCS305A | Assist clients with medication |
| HLTIN301A | Comply with infection control policies and procedures in health work |
| CHCICS301A | Provide support to meet personal care needs |
| CHCAC317A | Support the older person to maintain their independence |
| CHCOHS312A | Follow safety procedures for direct care work |
| CHCCS411A | Work effectively in the community sector |
| CHCICS302A | Participate in the implementation of individualised plans |
| M00VPC200 | Industry placement |
| CHCICS303A | Support individual health and emotional well being |
| CHCAD401D | Advocate for clients |
| CHCCS400A | Work within a legal and ethical framework |
International Student Information
Southbank Institute of Technology is situated in the city of Brisbane and is Queensland’s largest Government Vocational Education provider, with over 30,000 student enrolments per year. Southbank Institute of Technology is an ideal place to study. The Institute campus is located at Southbank close to Brisbane’s Central Business District (CBD) and vibrant inner city areas.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the students from the Institute.
Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centre located on campus.
Students may be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.
The International Sales and Administration Teams consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
Students at Southbank Institute of Technology have access to the Institute’s wide range of facilities and services. These include the Auditorium, Beauty and Natural Therapies Clinic, Bookshop, Cafe, Computer Laboratories, Conference and Function Facilities, Gymnasium and a Restaurant. Some of these facilities are staffed by the students from the Institute.
Teaching methods combine face-to-face delivery, self-study and project work. Students may be required to complete work experience and/or field trips to be eligible for the program award. Southbank Institute of Technology assists students in finding appropriate organisations in which to complete this component. The majority of classes are conducted in modern, air conditioned venues. Students have access to computers in our extensive library and e-Learn centre located on campus.
Students may be required to sit for both open and closed book examinations and in some cases may be required to perform skills tests and/or oral presentations. Individual or group project work may also be used to determine competency.
The International Sales and Administration Teams consists of administrative and support staff, dedicated to assisting students throughout the various stages of study. This assistance ranges from Program Information to Admission Procedures, Entry Requirements and requirements for extending studies to Diploma or Degree level. The International Student Support Officer provides assistance with accommodation, Overseas Student Health Cover, public transport information and can refer students to other support services within and outside the Institute.
This brochure was last updated Friday, 20 August 2010
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 July 2010 and 31 December 2010. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
Total course tuition fees are indicative only. Fees are subject to annual adjustment. For FEE-HELP and VET FEE-HELP eligible courses, the unit fees are charged according to the study period in which the unit is commenced. The unit fees outlined in this document apply to census dates between 01 July 2010 and 31 December 2010. Unit fees will not change for this period. All information was accurate at time of printing, however, Institute policies, fees and details are subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolments, accreditation and registration requirements
