Certificate in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability)

Start Your Career in Aged Care and Disability Services

The Certificate in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) equips you with essential skills to support individuals in aged care and disability settings. This comprehensive course prepares you to provide personalised care, promote independence, and foster social inclusion for clients who require assistance.

Start Date
Start Anytime.
Duration
This course typically requires 6 to 9 months of study, but you will have up to 12 months of access to complete it.
Delivery
100% Online.

Course Overview

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When you enrol in this course you’ll also unlock an exclusive bonus—premium access to a specialised recruitment service designed to connect you with top job opportunities and help you get employed as soon as you complete your course. This unique offering is only available through this course provider, giving you an unmatched advantage in starting your dream career right after completing your studies.

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Career Outcomes

  • Personal Care Assistant
  • Support Worker
  • Home Care Aide

What You’ll Get

  • This course is collaboratively designed with top experts who understand the necessary training to get you into the job.
  • All the required study materials and course notes.
  • There are no exams, ever. Instead, assessments include open-book multiple-choice quizzes, portfolios, videos, and written assessments.
  • Dedicated tutor support to help you with your studies every step of the way.
  • A certificate of completion and statement of attainment upon completion of your course.
  • Online 24/7 access to your course through the learning portal, allowing you to study when it suits your schedule.

What You'll Learn

  • Person-Centered Care: Understanding the needs, rights, and dignity of elderly and disabled individuals.
  • Support and Assistance: Helping with daily activities such as personal care, mobility, and meal preparation.
  • Communication Skills: Effective interaction with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Workplace Safety: Infection control, manual handling, and occupational health and safety regulations.
  • Legal and Ethical Responsibilities: Duty of care, privacy, and reporting requirements.
  • Health and Wellbeing: Recognising common health conditions and supporting mental and emotional well-being.

About The Course

Transform Your Passion Into Action: Start a Fulfilling Career in Aged Care & Disability Support

Are you passionate about providing care and companionship to those in need? 

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of elderly individuals and people with disabilities?

Or are you looking to enhance your current skills in individual support to provide better care to your prospective patients?

If you said “yes” to any of these questions, then this course is perfect for you.

The Certificate in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) equips you with essential skills to support individuals in aged care and disability settings. This comprehensive course prepares you to provide personalised care, promote independence, and foster social inclusion for clients who require assistance. You’ll develop practical techniques to create a safe, compassionate, and supportive environment for the elderly and people with disabilities. This course includes nine core units and six elective units designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in aged and disability support roles. You’ll cover:

Providing Personalised Care: Learn how to support individuals with their daily activities, ensuring dignity and comfort.

Health and Wellbeing: Gain an understanding of healthy body systems, infection control, and palliative care approaches.

Legal and Ethical Practices: Develop the ability to work within the legal and ethical frameworks of the healthcare and community services industry.

Communication and Social Inclusion: Build strong communication skills to work effectively with diverse individuals and encourage community participation.

Dementia and Disability Support: Learn specialised techniques for assisting people with dementia and contributing to skills development for individuals with disabilities.

Upon completing this course, you’ll be well-prepared to work in the aged care and disability support industry, where you can assist individuals in home, community, and residential care settings. Whether you’re providing personal care, helping clients maintain their independence, or offering companionship, you’ll play a vital role in enhancing their well-being and overall quality of life.

Ready to start a fulfilling career where you can make a real impact? Enquire now and take the first step toward a rewarding future in aged care and disability support.

Testimonials

“Fantastic! Enrolling myself in a course and heading down the online path was daunting at first, especially juggling work and kids, but I was pleasantly surprised how user friendly the whole course has been. The course content is easy to follow and manage. You do need good time management and motivation to stay on track, however the student support has been fantastic.” - Alex.

“The course I enrolled in was very informative. They also followed up with their recruiter and now I’m being interviewed for a potential job.” - Marby L.

“Highly recommend, learning materials and student platform were great to use.” - Steve J.

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