Earn while you learn with the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), a blended traineeship with 120 hours of real workplace experience.
Earn while you learn with the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), a blended traineeship with 120 hours of real workplace experience.
Roles graduates commonly move into across Australia. Your path depends on experience, employer and location.
Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.
HLTWHS002Follow safe work practices for direct client careHLTINF006Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and controlCHCCOM005Communicate and work in health or community servicesCHCLEG001Work legally and ethicallyCHCDIV001Work with diverse peopleCHCCCS040Support independence and wellbeingCHCCCS031Provide individualised supportCHCCCS038Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving supportCHCCCS041Recognise healthy body systemsCHCDIS011Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approachCHCDIS012Support community participation and social inclusionCHCDIS020Work effectively in disability supportCHCCCS043Support positive mealtime experiencesCHCAGE007Recognise and report risk of fallsCHCCCS033Identify and report abuseWhat you’ll typically need to get started in this nationally recognised qualification.
Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.
This is Nationally Recognised Training, leads to an Australian Qualification that complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualification or a Statement of Attainment.
120 hours of work placement is included as part of the traineeship program.
MCIE welcomes all people with disabilities, learning differences and medical conditions. Reasonable adjustments are made where applicable.
The provider has a large network of domestic marketing partners and international education agents/partners across multiple countries facilitating student enrolments.
Melbourne City Institute of Education provides dedicated career services including job search assistance, resume writing, and interview preparation to help graduates find employment.
Committed ongoing support to participants whilst training; post placement support available.
MCIE is an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that offers vocational education and training. It provides Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer services to candidates, assessing competencies acquired through formal, non-formal, and informal learning against training package or VET accredited course requirements.
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“A great training organisation to do a traineeship in Melbourne with. Thank you MCIE! I am now working as a Personal Care Assistant.”
This traineeship prepares students to work confidently in aged care settings. The Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) is delivered by Melbourne City Institute of Education and combines structured learning with 120 hours of supervised work placement. Students develop the practical and personal skills needed to support older Australians with dignity and care.
The course suits people entering aged care for the first time, as well as those already working in a support role who want a formal qualification. The blended delivery format means students engage with course content alongside real workplace experience, not after it. The traineeship structure means students can earn an income while they complete their training.
Students also have access to career support services including resume writing, interview preparation, and job search assistance.
Enquire about this course and a course advisor from Melbourne City Institute of Education will be in touch with pricing and next steps.
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Nationally recognised training: CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) - Traineeship is a nationally recognised qualification delivered by Melbourne City Institute of Education (RTO 22172).
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Last updated: July 2026