Certificate III in Individual Support

Academic Entry Requirements Students must have completed at least an Australian year 11 or equivalent* *Mature age students, who do not hold a qualification and wish to study with Queensford College, will be assessed based on their work experience. ‍ English Language Requirements English Language Proficiency All students must undertake Queensford College’s Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills assessment via online LLN Robot System. Student must provide evidence of attaining an overall IELTS score of 6 bands or equivalent scores on a similar test (such as PTE etc) to commence a Certificate III Qualification or higher. OR Student must have attained at least Advanced Level of English and must provide evidence of the same before commencing a Certificate III Qualification or higher.\ ‍ English Language Requirements Exempted if The student is enrolled in full-time school studies as a principal course including in a secondary exchange programme, a postgraduate research course, a standalone English Language Intensive Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS), and Foreign Affairs or Defence sponsored students. OR The student has completed at least five years’ study in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland. OR If the student is a citizen and hold a passport from UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Republic of Ireland. OR If student has in the last two years before applying for the student visa, had completed in Australia and in English Language, either Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework at Certificate IV or higher level, while they held a student visa. For more information on entry requirements, please visit: www.queensford.edu.au/international-admissions ‍ Course Study Requirements Practical Classes and Vocational Placement Readiness Enrolling in the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing) requires students to complete practical training and vocational placement in a regulated aged care setting. By enrolling in this course, students acknowledge and accept the following conditions: 1. Physical Demands & Workplace Expectations Practical training and placement involve physically demanding tasks such as: Manual handling, mobility assistance, personal care, and daily living support Using assistive and medical equipment, including lifting/transferring clients Students must follow all workplace health and safety procedure, including infection control, hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE) use, and manual handling protocols. ‍ Due to the nature of work, students may also encounter challenging experiences such as supporting individuals with chronic illness or age-related conditions, addressing grief and loss, providing palliative care and coping with the passing of those in their care. It is important for prospective students to carefully consider these factors when deciding if this course is right for them. ‍ 2. Health & Safety Compliance Students must inform the training provider and host facility of any medical conditions, injuries, or physical limitations that could affect their ability to safely and effectively perform care-related tasks. Any relevant health conditions, allergies, or other factors that may impact participation must be disclosed prior to placement. Students must meet all vaccination, health screening, and infection control requirements as mandated by industry and government regulations. 3. Legal & Regulatory Requirements Students must obtain and maintain a valid National Police Check before vocational placement. Depending on the state or territory, additional clearances (e.g. NDIS Worker Screening Check or Working with Vulnerable People Check) may be required. Failure to obtain or maintain required clearances may prevent placement and impact course completion. 4. Professional Conduct & Industry Standards Students must demonstrate: Professionalism, respect, empathy, confidentiality, and effective communication when working with older people, colleagues, families, and supervisors. Compliance with organisational polices and client rights Failure to meet these expectations may result in removal from placement and impact course progression. ‍ 5. Completion Requirements Practical training and vocational placement are mandatory components of the course. Students who are unable to complete these components due to personal, medical, or legal reasons may result in ineligibility for the qualification. ‍ By enrolling in this course, students acknowledge these requirements and accept responsibility for meeting all expectations necessary for successful completion. Computer Requirements Students will need to ensure they are able to connect to the internet and have the capability to use our online learning system that meets the minimum technical requirements, which are: Access to a laptop/computer is preferred An operating system supporting the following browsers (current version and up to three most recent versions): Chrome, Firefox, Safari (excluding Safari on Windows), and Microsoft Edge For Windows: Windows 10, 4 Gb RAM installed (minimum) FOR MAC: Mac OS X 10.13 or above Access to Word processing software, such as Microsoft Word Reliable internet connection ‍