Certificate IV in Ageing Support

The course runs for 78 weeks in total, with 54 weeks of study, and includes 120 hours of work placement.

The tuition fee is AU$25,500.00, with an enrolment fee of AU$250.00 and no material fee. Payment can be made via direct deposit/telegraphic transfer, credit card (Bankcard, MasterCard or Visa — surcharges apply), or AHIC Accounts can be contacted for further details.

International students must have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any band. Alternatively, English competence can be demonstrated by successfully completing a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO, completing AHIC's English Placement Test, or having completed an advanced level of English in Australia. Other tests such as PTE and TOEFL are also accepted if equivalent to IELTS 6.0.

Yes. Students who have completed relevant studies or have some of the competencies in the course may apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Applications can be made with the initial application or within two weeks of course commencement using the RPL Application Form and supporting documents. Please note that RPL cannot result in an international student having less than a full time load of study (20 hours per week).

Assessments may include short written knowledge tests, discussions and oral communication demonstrations, case study exercises, written reports, web based research and reports, final projects and final written exams. Students will likely need to work on assessments outside of class time.