ALACC Health College
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability Specialisation )
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)By undertaking the Certificate III in Individual Support qualification, you will develop the knowledge and skills to work as a support worker in the community, home or residential care setting. You will be providing quality care and person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason in their homes or in community settings.
This qualification will equip you with 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 knowledge may include structure and function of human body systems, legal and ethical requirements, safe work practices, communication, individualised support, cultural diversity, empowerment of older people and individual with disability, dementia, personal care, palliative care, community participation, social inclusion, person centred behaviour supports and ongoing skills development using a strength-based approach.
Delivery mode
ALACC Health College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Work Placement
150 hours of practical placement.This qualification will be delivered using a combination of online-based theoretical delivery and other student participation methods. This will include classroom sessions, directed self-study, skills training, self-paced learning, assessment assistance and supervised practical placement experience in a community and/or residential setting to build on participant’s knowledge and skills on-the-job.
Locations- 189 Plenty Rd, Preston
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Have satisfactorily completed Year 11 or equivalent
- Students will also be required to provide a current Police check and evidence of flu shot prior to undertaking placements.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability Specialisation ) will prepare you for the following roles.
Residential Care Worker
Residential Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and group homes. They provide ch...
Community Care Worker
Community Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care and group homes. They provide children and adu...
Home Care Assistance Worker
Home Care Assistance Workers provide personal care services to elderly, disabled, and vulnerable people in their own homes. The focus of your job r...
Disability Support Worker
Disability Support Workers help those in need live their everyday lives. This hands-on assistance can take many forms, as these professionals aid a...
Home Carer
A Home Carer provides support to people with additional needs in their own home. You might work with elderly people or people with a disability. Ho...
Disability Service Officer
The duties of a Disability Service Officer are similar to, and can sometimes overlap with, those of a disability support worker. The main differenc...
NDIS Worker
An NDIS Worker supports individuals with disabilities to achieve their goals and enhance their independence. You might work in clients’ homes, comm...
About ALACC Health College
ALACC is a Vocational Education and Training (VET) college based in Melbourne (Preston), offering nationally recognised courses. ALACC is committed to providing flexible and innovative education and training. At ALACC we understand the differences between every student’s experience, aptitude and learning styles.
