Bendigo TAFE
7 months (Standard), 12-18 months full-time or 18-24 months part-time (Traineeship), 6-10 hours per week (Self-directed)
Launch a rewarding career in aged care and disability support with this nationally recognised Certificate III. Learn practical person-centred care skills through flexible blended learning, with three completion options to suit your circumstances.
You must be 18 years or older and complete a pre-training review interview and Literacy and Numeracy assessment (ACSF Level 3). Required documentation includes a National Police Check (dated within 12 months), valid Working with Children Check, valid NDIS Worker Screening Check, and proof of up-to-date immunisations including Flu vaccine and COVID vaccination with booster. You'll need access to a laptop/computer and internet connection. For the Traineeship pathway, you must be currently employed in an aged care facility, home and community care, or disability service provider for a minimum of 12 months.
Core modules include: Provide Individualised Support (100 hours), Facilitate Empowerment of People Receiving Support (120 hours), Support Independence and Wellbeing (80 hours), Recognise Healthy Body Systems (80 hours), Communicate and Work in Health or Community Services (30 hours), Work with Diverse People (40 hours), Work Legally and Ethically (55 hours), Apply Basic Principles of Infection Prevention and Control (35 hours), and Follow Safe Work Practices for Direct Client Care (25 hours). Elective modules include: Provide Support to People Living with Dementia (80 hours), Work Effectively in Aged Care (65 hours), Contribute to Ongoing Skills Development Using a Strengths-Based Approach (40 hours), Support Community Participation and Social Inclusion (60 hours), Work Effectively in Disability Support (65 hours), and Deliver Care Services Using a Palliative Approach (70 hours).
Bendigo TAFE is a leading vocational education provider with extensive experience in health and community services training. The institute offers government-subsidised and FREE TAFE courses, making quality education accessible. Their blended delivery model combines hands-on training with online flexibility, supported through a comprehensive learning platform. With dedicated support services including disability services, counselling, and welfare support, Bendigo TAFE ensures student success throughout the course.
Graduates are job-ready for roles including Personal Care Worker in aged care facilities, Home and Community Care Worker, and Disability Support Worker. The aged care and disability support sectors are among Australia's fastest-growing industries, offering excellent job security and opportunities to progress into supervisory or specialist roles. This qualification opens pathways to further study and career advancement within the health and community services sector.
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