Penfold College
Certificate III in Individual Support
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)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.
Delivery mode
Penfold College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
120 hours- level 3/123 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
There is no pre-requisites or specific entry requirement for this qualification. This course is available to all international students and Penfold College requires that students are able to provide evidence that they:
- Have demonstrated an IELTS level at a score of at least 6.0 or equivalent or demonstration of successful completion of at least General English at Advanced level or English for Academic Purposes at Advanced level.
- Successfully meets the requirements and satisfies the criteria of Genuine Student Test.
- Must have sound digital literacy and access to working internet and access to working PC or laptop with a configuration suitable to meet study requirements. Please seek your trainer/assessor assistance in this regard.
- Have a suitable level of language, literacy and numeracy to complete course requirements with or without additional support that the Penfold College is able to provide.
- Are at least at age of 18 on the date of course commencement.
- Have successfully completed Australian year 12 or equivalent or must be of matured age with sufficient LLN skills (tested prior to the course enrolment) to be able to perform the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged services; either in residential, home or community-based environments and/or willing to take responsibility for their own outputs within defined organisation guidelines and maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation and review of individualised service planning and delivery.
- Student must obtain a valid AFP National Police Check certificate with no criminal records reported/recorded prior to the commencement of practical placement. These documents are to be obtained by students at their own cost.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Individual Support will prepare you for the following roles.
NDIS Worker
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Aged Care Worker
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Community Care Worker
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Community Support Worker
Community Support Workers provide personal care services to the elderly, people with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health issues. They...
Disability Support Worker
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Home Care Assistance Worker
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Home Carer
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Personal Carer
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Support Worker
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