TAFE SA
9 months
Become a qualified support worker for aged and disability services. This Certificate III teaches you to provide compassionate, practical support to older people and individuals with disability, combining classroom learning with real-world vocational placement to prepare you for immediate employment in this rewarding field.
Completion of a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Assessment (LLND) is required. It is recommended that those with limited knowledge in this area study the Certificate II Pathway to Health Studies first. You must be able to meet the physical demands of this course including manual handling. You should have an interest in working with people, good communication, collaboration and teamwork skills, basic computer skills, and multitasking ability. A current National Police check and Working with Children check are mandatory before vocational placement.
The course covers nine core units and six elective units. Core units include: Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control; Communicate and work in health or community services; Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support; Follow safe work practices for direct client care; Provide individualised support; Recognise healthy body systems; Support independence and wellbeing; Work legally and ethically; and Work with diverse people. Elective units include: Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach; Deliver care services using a palliative approach; Provide support to people living with dementia; Support community participation and social inclusion; Work effectively in aged care; and Work effectively in disability support.
TAFE SA is a leading vocational education provider in South Australia with extensive experience in health and community services training. With 90% of graduates satisfied with the overall quality of training and 87% recommending their courses, TAFE SA provides practical, industry-relevant education delivered by experienced lecturers. The blended learning approach combines classroom instruction with real-world vocational placement, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience required for immediate employment in aged and disability care.
Upon completion, you will be qualified for employment as a personal care worker, home care assistant, care worker, in-home respite worker, personal care attendant, care assistant, personal care giver, community care worker, community house worker, residential care worker, community support worker, or support worker. These roles are available across aged care facilities, disability support services, community health organisations, and in-home care services. The qualification opens pathways to further study in health and community services and provides a foundation for career progression in the growing aged and disability care sector.
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