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4 term course
Face to Face
Face to face, Mondays & Tuesdays 9am–4:30pm · Approximately 5–8 hours per week at home for assessment tasks, plus face-to-face classes Mondays & Tuesdays 9am–4:30pm
Monthly intake; classes commence at the beginning of week 1 of each school term
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Accreditation Status
AccreditedCourse Content
Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
Core unit
Facilitate the empowerment of older people
Core unit
Support independence and well being
Core unit
Work with diverse people
Core unit
Manage legal and ethical compliance
Core unit
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Core unit
Recognise healthy body systems
Core unit
Assist clients with medication
Elective unit
Administer and monitor medications
Elective unit
Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
Core unit
Coordinate services for older people
Core unit
Support relationships with carers and families
Core unit
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
Core unit
Implement interventions with older people at risk
Core unit
Meet personal support needs
Core unit
Deliver care services using a palliative approach
Core unit
Use communication to build relationships
Elective unit
Provide support to people living with dementia
Core unit
Common Questions
Yes, you need to complete 120 hours (15 days) in a care service facility, such as an aged care home or home and community service. SGSCC also offers a simulated learning environment. Before commencing work placement, you will be required to obtain a current national criminal record check to allow you to work in a care service facility, and SGSCC will assist you with this application process.
No, this is a competency-based course. You will be required to competently complete assessment tasks for all 18 units of learning. Assessments are made up of a range of methods including question & answer, research report, case study, skill demonstration, and role play.
You will need to plan for approximately 5-8 hours a week at home to complete assessment tasks. Classes run on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9am to 4:30pm, and there is no training during school holidays.
This qualification is subsidised by the NSW Government. You can register to check your Smart & Skilled eligibility and student fee contribution by contacting the enrolments team on 02 8543 7412 during business hours or visiting the Jannali Office Reception (Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm).
When you have completed and been deemed competent, you can progress with SGSCC to the CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services or the CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services.
Application
Three simple steps to get enrolled
Step 01
Enquire
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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!
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