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This course is delivered online with self-paced learning modules + 3 hours of live online classes per week via Microsoft Teams + 1 hour per week of tutorial and supported learning with your trainer.
This course includes 160 hours of work placement.
Nationally Recognised Australian Qualification
Exclusive Bonus: Access to Earn & Learn
120 Hours of Work Placement Included
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.
Once you have successfully completed the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability), you will be qualified to work in a range of rewarding roles across the aged care and disability support sector, including:
**Please note that these figures are approximate and can vary based on factors such as location, experience, and specific employer. Salary data sourced from Seek.com.au, Jora, Jobs and Skills Australia, and PayScale.
Industry Snapshot
There are currently over 364,700 Aged and Disabled Carers employed across Australia, with the industry projected to grow by 28% over the next five years. 74.4% of graduates reported an improved work status after completing their qualification.
When you enrol in this course, you'll also unlock exclusive access to Earn & Learn, a dedicated recruitment agency owned and operated by this course provider, specifically designed to connect graduates with top employers across the aged care and disability support sector. Unlike other training providers that simply hand you a certificate and wish you well, this provider has built an entire recruitment business to actively place their graduates into jobs across residential aged care facilities, home care services, disability support providers, NDIS organisations, and community care settings throughout Australia.
Earn & Learn operates a full job search portal with live job listings, job alerts, resume submission, internship programs, and direct employer partnerships, giving you an unmatched advantage in starting your career immediately after completing your studies.
As part of this program, you will also receive:
To complete your qualification, you will need to undertake 120 hours of work placement in an approved Aged Care facility supporting older residents and people living with disabilities. This gives you real-world, hands-on experience working directly with clients and qualified carers.
The course provider arranges your placement through their placement partner SkilTrak for a $250 placement coordination fee.
Already have experience or qualifications in childcare or a related field? You may be eligible to fast-track your qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
RPL allows you to receive credit for skills and knowledge you've already gained through previous work experience, volunteering, or prior study, potentially reducing your course duration and cost.
Credit Transfer is also available free of charge for units you have already completed at another registered training organisation.
This qualification is nationally recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Industry Memberships
This course provider holds memberships with the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA) and the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, ensuring the organisation stays connected to current industry standards and workforce needs.
There are no prerequisite qualifications required to enter this program. To be eligible, you must:
Upfront Payment With 35% Discount
Zip Money From $30 Per Week (Includes the 35% Upfront Payment Discount)
Weekly Payment Plan From $57 Per Week ($500 Deposit Required)
There is no government funding available for this course.
Turn Your Compassion Into A Career That Changes Lives
Do you find genuine meaning in helping others, especially those who need it most? Would you love a career where you get to make a real difference in people's lives every single day, supporting older Australians and people living with disability to live with dignity, independence, and connection?
If you answered yes, a career as an Aged Care or Disability Support Worker in Australia could be your calling. Take the first step with the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing & Disability) Online.
Study aged care and disability support online with this nationally recognised qualification designed to equip you with the skills needed to work effectively across two of Australia's largest care sectors. You'll cover topics like providing individualised support, supporting people living with dementia, delivering care using a palliative approach, working effectively in disability support, supporting community participation and social inclusion, applying infection prevention and control practices, and facilitating the empowerment of people receiving support.
You'll also complete 120 hours of supervised work placement in an approved Aged Care facility to gain hands-on, real-world experience caring for older residents and people living with disabilities, working alongside qualified care professionals.
Upon completion, you'll be qualified for roles such as Personal Care Assistant, Aged Care Worker, Home and Community Care Worker, Disability Support Worker, Residential Care Worker, and Respite Support Worker.
With over 364,700 Aged and Disabled Carers currently employed across Australia and the workforce projected to grow by 28% over the next five years, there has never been a better time to take the first step towards a rewarding career in care. Driven by Australia's ageing population and the continued expansion of the NDIS, demand for skilled, compassionate carers is at an all-time high.
Plus, as a graduate, you'll have exclusive access to Earn & Learn, an in-house recruitment agency dedicated to connecting you with employers across the aged care and disability support sector and helping you find your dream job.
"I started with a Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care and have now been nominated as a Lead Educator. The right support can change everything. The guidance and patience from my trainers helped me complete my placement, where I was offered a job in childcare." - Kayla
“I completed my Cert 4 in Education Support recently. I had the privilege of having Ms Michelle Cassell as my tutor and she is no doubt a beautiful person ! She is such a patient teacher and so helpful whenever we face a blank wall.” - Glenda F.N
“Great company. Everyone is so friendly and wants to help anyone that needs help. The courses are great and the teachers are always happy, friendly and willing to go above and beyond to assist.” - Anne B.
“It was a great experience studying here. Everyone was very supportive and friendly. My trainer Ayesha is an amazing teacher and I'm so grateful to have her. She made it easy to understand. Thank you for teaching our class and helping us through the learning process. Her course knowledge and expertise in teaching has put our minds at ease. I would highly recommend this institute.” - Jui
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