Course Overview

About This Course

The Certificate III in Individual Support is a vocational qualification offered by The Management Edge Pty Ltd, designed to prepare individuals for entry-level roles providing personal care and support to people in aged care, disability, or home and community settings.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Grnd Flr & Lvl 1, 33 Heatherdale Road, Ringwood VIC 3134Burwood, VICCoburg, VICMelbourne City, VICGeelong, VICPenrith, NSWNewcastle, NSWRingwood

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements are listed on the page for this course.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Professional Body

Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission / NDIS Quality and Safeguards

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Skills Assessor

TRA / VETASSESS

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What locations is the Certificate III in Individual Support available at?

Based on The Management Edge Pty Ltd's available training locations, the course may be delivered at campuses in Burwood (Head Office), Coburg, Melbourne City, and Geelong in Victoria, as well as Penrith and Newcastle in New South Wales, with online/virtual options also available.

Does The Management Edge offer government funding for this course?

The Management Edge Pty Ltd lists government funding options for Victoria, Western Australia, and New South Wales on their website. Prospective students should enquire directly to confirm whether the Certificate III in Individual Support is eligible for funding in their state.

How can I enrol or find out more about the Certificate III in Individual Support?

You can enquire about the Certificate III in Individual Support by contacting The Management Edge Pty Ltd on 1800 863 863, emailing enquiries@tme.edu.au, or submitting an online enquiry form on their website with your name, contact details, preferred course, and training location.

Is RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) available for this course?

The Management Edge Pty Ltd offers RPL options for several of their courses. Prospective students with relevant prior experience or qualifications should contact the college directly to enquire whether RPL is available for the Certificate III in Individual Support.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $45,000 to $58,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $58,000 to $68,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $68,000 to $80,000 per year

Career Paths

Aged Care WorkerDisability Support WorkerPersonal Care Assistant (PCA)Home Care WorkerCommunity Care Worker

Key Skills

Providing person-centred care and individualised supportAssisting clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including hygiene, mobility, and mealsCommunicating effectively with clients, families, and multidisciplinary care teamsSupporting the independence and wellbeing of older people and people with disabilityRecognising and responding to signs of cognitive decline, dementia, and mental health issues

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