About the Course

The nationally recognised certificate is the first step in gaining the skills to operate effectively as a care worker or assistant in nursing in a residential aged care facility, or as a community care worker. 

Why Train with Us?

Qualify with a CHC33015 Certificate III in individual support dual certification in:

• Home and Community Care

• Aged Care.

Or​ in:

• Disabilty

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This course also covers:

• Manual handling for support workers

• Medication support​​

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Our highly skilled trainers will support you through your face to face classroom training and your work placement training.

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CFAA students are highly sought after by industry.

Employers are waiting for you

The Certificate III in Individual Support secures your long-term employment and prepares you to provide physical and social support to individuals in a variety of care settings, making a real change in their lives.

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Student Support Services

We have identified a number of support services for students who have special needs, or require additional support and assistance to undertake or complete their learning. Please discuss any concerns you may have with your enrolment officer or trainer assessor.

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Career Outcomes

• Personal Care Worker

• Support Worker

• Assistant in Nursing

• Patient Care Assistant

• Residential Care Worker

• Disability Support Worker

• In Home Support Worker

• Community Care Worker

• Respite Worker

• Day Program Support Worker

Graduate in CHC3305 Certificate III in Individual Support, Summer Widdup, speaks about her training experience.

CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support graduate, Dot Squires talks about how her training gained her employment.

Community Home Care, Chief Executive Officer, Sue Clements answers why CFAA graduates are preferred for employment.

Highlights

As part of this course, you will take part in the following activities:

• Classroom training with a combination of theory and practical activities.

• Specialised medication support and manual handling training 

• Ability to apply your skills in our practical training environment

• Organised industry work placement

Eligibility and Funding

Funding may be available for eligible applicants.

Fees for participants eligible for government funding:

CHC33015 Certificate III individual support (Ageing, Home and Community)

Concession $261.60 (8 fortnightly payment of $32.70)

No concession $882.90 (8 fortnightly payments of $110.36)

CHC33015 Certificate III individual support (Disability)

Concession $276.00 (8 fortnightly payment of $34.50)

No concession $931.50 (8 fortnightly payments of $116.43)

Conditions apply and proof of eligibility must be provided at the time of enrolment. This is in accordance with the Department of Training and Workforce Development Vet fees and charges policy 2020. 

CFAA may waive all fees for student applicants who can prove severe financial hardship. Financial hardship is defined by Jobs & Skills WA and applicants must meet the definition and criteria to be eligible for a waiver. CFAA will require information from applicant to prove their severe Financial Hardship Claim.