Wodonga TAFE
Ageing specialisation: 10 months full-time | Disability specialisation: 12 months full-time (including end of year term break)
Gain nationally recognised qualification in individual support with choice of Ageing or Disability specialisation. Develop practical skills in person-centred care and secure employment in Australia's rapidly growing aged care and disability support sectors.
Minimum age requirement: 17 years for Ageing specialisation, 18 years for Disability specialisation at time of first placement. Students must obtain a National Police Records Check, Working with Children Check (Victoria and New South Wales), and NDIS Worker Clearance Check. Evidence of up-to-date immunisation status (Fluvax and 3 x COVID vaccines) is required, though requirements vary by placement venue. Practical classes require closed-in shoes, t-shirts, long pants, with jewellery removed and nails kept short. Up to 10 hours per week additional study in own time is expected.
Core units include: Communicate and work in health or community services, Work with diverse people, Work legally and ethically, Provide individualised support, Facilitate empowerment of people receiving support, Support independence and wellbeing, Recognise healthy body systems, Apply infection prevention and control, Follow safe work practices for direct client care, and Provide First Aid. Ageing specialisation adds: Recognise and report risk of falls, Provide support to people living with dementia, Work effectively in aged care, Visit client residence, and Deliver care services using a palliative approach. Disability specialisation adds: Support people with autism spectrum disorder, Follow person-centred behaviour supports, Contribute to ongoing skills development using strengths-based approach, Support community participation and social inclusion, Work effectively in disability support, and Work with people with mental health issues.
Wodonga TAFE is a registered training organisation (RTO 3097) delivering nationally recognised AQF qualifications. The course combines coursework, workplace recognition of skills, online learning, and weekly intensive workshops. Students benefit from industry partnerships, practical placements with real employers, and support services. The institution is committed to providing safe, welcoming, and respectful learning environments with dedicated student support services.
Graduates can pursue roles such as Senior Personal Care Assistant, Care Assistant, Accommodation Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Community Access Coordinator, Community Care Worker, Disability Service Officer, Care Worker, School Support Officer (Disability), Family Support Worker, Home Care Assistant, and Nurse's Aide. Further study pathways include Certificate IV in Community Services, Certificate IV in Disability, Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, Certificate IV in Allied Health Assistance, Diploma of Nursing, and short skillset courses for support coordination or team leader roles.
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