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Key details
Duration
This course can typically be completed within 12 to 18 months.
* The actual duration may vary depending on where and how you study, the units you choose, and the time needed to demonstrate the required skills and knowledge.
Intake
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Entry requirements
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Overview
Availability: Applications for 2027 are now open.
Online Application: This course is available for online application.
Apprenticeships/Traineeships: This course can be undertaken as a traineeship. Visit TAFE Apprenticeships and Traineeships for more information.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in the community, home, or residential care setting who work under supervision and delegation as a part of a multi-disciplinary team, following an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability, or some other reason.
These individuals take responsibility for their own outputs within the scope of their job role and delegation. Workers have a range of factual, technical, and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centred support.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards, and industry codes of practice.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
No Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
| Delivery Details | |
| Location | Alice Springs Casuarina Online |
| Duration | 12 months full-time 18 months part-time * Course duration may vary depending on the time required to achieve the required competencies. |
| Study Mode | Blended Face-to-face Online Workplace assessment * Information about study modes are available in the 2027 TAFE Student Guide. |
| Start Date | Term 1: February 1, 2027 Term 3: July 12, 2027 * After the start date, you will have up until the end of the first week to enrol. * A course timetable/study plan will be provided prior to the commencement of each term. |
| Attendance | Alice Springs Online ______ Casuarina Online |
Career opportunities
After completing this course, you may be able to work in roles such as:
- Senior Personal Care Assistant
- Care assistant
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Community Access Coordinator
- Community care worker
- Community House Worker
- Residential Care Worker
- Food Services Deliverer
- In-Home Respite Worker
- Disability Service Officer
- Care Worker, Client Assistant
- School Support Officer (Disability)
- Family Support Worker
- Care Service Employee
- Planned activity assistant
- Residential Aide
- Nurse's Aide
- Home care assistant
Credit transfers and advanced standing
Skill recognition
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) recognises skills and knowledge gained through previous study, work experience, volunteering, or life experience. If your existing skills and knowledge meet the requirements of a unit of competency, you may be eligible to receive credit towards your qualification. If you would like to apply for RPL, please indicate this when completing your enrolment form. For more information, please contact CDU TAFE Student Services on 08 8946 7111, or email TAFE@cdu.edu.au.
Credit Transfer
If you have completed the same, or an equivalent, unit through another Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO), you may be eligible for a credit transfer. To apply, submit a completed Application for Credit Transfer Form and supporting documentation. Applications are encouraged at the time of enrolment. There is no fee for credit transfer applications.
Pathways
VET to Higher Education Pathway Mapping for completed Awards in the same field or discipline.
Successful completion of this course may provide a pathway to further study, including Certificate III in Community Services.
Fees
2027 Fees
| Fee Type | 2027 Course Fees |
| NT Government supported* | Free |
| Full Fee | $13,003.20 |
Eligible domestic students who are NT residents may be able to study this course with Northern Territory Government support. Places are limited, so apply early.
Read the eligibility requirements to check if you-re eligible.
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type.
For further clarification and information on fees, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments.
Fee exemptions
Exemptions apply to TAFE tuition fees for NTG supported courses only.
At the time of enrolment, students in these categories will be exempt from paying tuition fees:
- Hold a current Centrelink Concession or Healthcare card
- Hold a Veteran's Healthcare card
- Enrolled Secondary Students
- Hold a permanent resident visa with Refugee or Humanitarian status
Certified copy of the evidence must be provided at the time of enrolment.
If your course is delivered in a location that is listed on the NTG's Location Categories for VET Funded Programs, with remote as the location category you may be eligible for the Remote 2 Location tuition fee exemption.
International VET Package
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed.
- Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience. Whether you're a high school student or a working professional, we've got the courses and qualifications you want plus the support and flexibility you need to succeed.
- Learn from expert lecturers and industry professionals
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning to qualify faster
Why study at CDU?
Study with the Northern Territory's largest training provider and gain industry-ready skills and experience.
- Access to first-class facilities
- Recognition of prior learning accepted
- Packages into higher education available for most courses
What will I study?
To achieve CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support, a total of 15 units of competency must be completed comprising 9 core and6 elective units as detailed in the packaging rules and listed below. The electives offered may vary between campuses.
Course structure
The total nominal hours for the sequence listed below is 903.
| Code | Module/Unit of Competency | Hours |
| Core units of competency | ||
| CHCCCS031 | Provide individualised support | 100 |
| CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | 120 |
| CHCCCS040 | Support independence and wellbeing | 80 |
| CHCCCS041 | Recognise healthy body systems | 80 |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | 30 |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 40 |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | 55 |
| HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control | 35 |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care | 25 |
| Total nominal hours for core units | 565 | |
| Elective units of competency (Complete ALL 6) | ||
| Group A | ||
| CHCAGE011 | Provide support to people living with dementia | 80 |
| CHCAGE013 | Work effectively in aged care | 65 |
| CHCPAL003 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach | 70 |
| Group C | ||
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | 25 |
| CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues | 80 |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 |
| Total nominal hours for elective units | 338 | |
| Total nominal hours for the qualification | 903 | |
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
There are no mandatory requirements; however, candidates who wish to commence this course need to have the required skills and knowledge to undertake the qualification at this level, e.g., completion of Year 10 or equivalent and a general command of spoken and written English to be able to meet industry standards for communication. A pre-assessment may be required.
To ensure you have the skills and support needed to study this course, all applicants are required to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) evaluation.
To be eligible to undertake a mandatory work placement in a mental health care setting, students may be required to obtain the following specific vocational clearances:
- A Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card)
- A National Police Check
- Students may also require occupational health screening, including vaccinations.
Students must hold these clearances or be willing to obtain them if required by host work placement organisations.
Required Resources
Students will have access to assessments and learning resources at any time through CDU's online learning platform, Learnline. Before getting started, make sure your computer meets the required system requirements.
Students are informed about the online platform used for the qualification, receive access to the qualification site, detailed instructions on usage, and associated computer systems requirements to undertake the qualification.
Students who elect to undertake work placement will be required to hold a Working with Children Ochre Card and obtain a police clearance:
- Working with Children Clearance - Standard Fee (Employment) $87.00
- Working with Children Clearance - Concession Fee (Volunteer) $8.00
- National Police Check - Standard Fee (Employment) $89.00
- National Police Check - Concession Fee (Volunteer) $17.00
- NDIS Worker Screening Check - Standard Fee (Employment) $87.00
- NDIS Worker Screening Check - Concession Fee (Volunteer) $8.00
Apply through SAFE NT Online Applications.
The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.
Nikki
CDU student
Because the class sizes are smaller at CDU compared to other universities, it means students can connect more closely with their tutors and lecturers. Teaching staff can pay more attention to students, and that makes it feel much more like a community.
Vicki
CDU student
The people-first approach to flexibility and supportive learning environment at CDU meant I could find a balance with study, work and family life.
Nikki
CDU student
Because the class sizes are smaller at CDU compared to other universities, it means students can connect more closely with their tutors and lecturers. Teaching staff can pay more attention to students, and that makes it feel much more like a community.
Vicki
CDU student
Course details
Accreditation
This is a current, nationally accredited qualification from the CHC Community Services Training Package.
Location and study mode
Locations: Alice Springs, Casuarina, Online
Study Mode: On campus, online, both, workplace assessment
Note:
Delivery at individual locations is subject to demand. Additional locations and/or study modes may become available pending sufficient demand.
Additional information
Contact details
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You make CDU
Together we are a positive force for change in our communities and the world.
You make CDU
Our students choose to study with us because we share the same vision – to make a positive change. Whatever your motivation is, we can guide you in the right direction.
How to apply
How to apply for CDU TAFE
Admission requirements
Domestic or international student?
How to apply for international students
Applications to CDU must be submitted online.
The process is simple, all you need is a valid email address to create your online account.
Once you have started the application you will have the option of saving your application and resuming it at a later date.
There is no application fee when you apply online.
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