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Certificate 3 In Aged Care Tafe Nsw

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Certificate 3 In Aged Care Tafe Nsw

| Credits:  60  |  Course code:  C3IACTN-ST

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Certificate 3 in Aged Care TAFE NSW is your gateway to a rewarding career. This qualification equips you with the essential skills to provide person-centered support to the elderly. You will learn vital daily living assistance and communication techniques.


The course prepares you for roles like aged care worker or personal care assistant. It is ideal for compassionate individuals seeking to make a real difference. This nationally recognised Certificate 3 in Aged Care builds a strong foundation for your future in the growing healthcare sector.


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About Certificate 3 In Aged Care Tafe Nsw

Certificate 3 in Aged Care TAFE NSW is your first step towards a profoundly rewarding career. Gain the practical skills and nationally recognized qualification to provide compassionate support to elderly clients, enhancing their wellbeing and independence. This comprehensive course offers valuable hands-on industry placement, preparing you for roles like Aged Care Worker or Support Worker. With a strong focus on person-centered care and dementia support, you'll graduate job-ready. The growing aged care sector offers excellent stability, making this Certificate 3 in Aged Care a smart choice for a meaningful future in community services.

Who is this course for?

Audit Target Description of Ideal Learner
Young adults (18-30 years) Care professionals seeking to acquire foundational knowledge of aged care principles, aged care work practices and aged care service coordination.
Individuals transitioning to aged care profession Individuals who wish to build on previous experience and skills in aged care with a focus on providing compassionate and person-centered care.
Care workers in NSW New South Wales residents seeking to progress in their care career or seeking to gain industry-recognised qualification to enhance their employability.
Mature age learners Mature age individuals wanting to pursue a rewarding care career in aged care, potentially seeking a career change after other areas of work.
Care professionals with a focus in mental health Possessing some care experience and having an interest in mental health, individuals looking to develop additional skills in aged care and mental health care.
UK and international students Those living in the UK wanting to study in Australia, or having prior experience in the aged care sector, looking to obtain this Australian-recognised qualification in aged care.
With the Certificate III in Aged care qualification, you can expect a 65% employment rate and an average starting salary of £19,000 in the UK.
Career path

Completing your Certificate 3 in Aged Care equips you with the foundational skills for a rewarding career in the UK's growing health sector. The demand for compassionate and skilled aged care workers continues to rise, offering diverse roles from personal care to specialized support. This qualification opens doors to positions like an aged care assistant, providing direct support with daily living activities, or a community support worker, helping clients maintain independence at home. The role of a personal care attendant is vital in both residential facilities and home care settings, focusing on dignity and wellbeing. For those interested in clinical support, a nursing assistant works alongside registered nurses, while a residential care worker ensures a safe and engaging environment for elderly residents.
Duration

The programme is available in 2 duration modes:

    • 6 months
    • 9 months
Entry requirements

    No formal qualification required


Course content
    • CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
    • CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
    • CHCAGE013 Work effectively in the aged care sector
    • CHCAGE011 Provide support to people living with dementia
    • HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
    • CHCPAL003 Deliver care services using a palliative approach
    • CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
    • CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
Assessment

Assessment is via assignment submission

Fee structure

The fee for the programme is as follows:

    • 6 months - Accelerated mode @ GBP £1250
    • 9 months - Standard mode @ GBP £950
Fee payment plans

The programme offers following fee payment plans:

    6 months programme
    ● Payment option (a): GBP £416 x 3 monthly instalments
    ● Payment option (b): GBP £1187.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)

    9 months programme
    ● Payment option (c): GBP £190 x 5 monthly instalments
    ● Payment option (d): GBP £475 x 2 quarterly instalments
    ● Payment option (e): GBP £902.50 x 1 instalment (We offer 5% bursary on total fee for students opting to pay in full)
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Key facts

The Certificate 3 in Aged Care at TAFE NSW is a nationally recognised qualification designed to equip students with the foundational skills for a rewarding career in the aged care sector.
This course provides comprehensive training in providing personal care, supporting emotional well-being, and understanding the individual needs of elderly clients.
Key learning outcomes include mastering safe work practices, effective communication strategies, and assisting with daily living activities in both residential and community settings.
Graduates are prepared to work respectfully with older people, promoting their independence and dignity under the supervision of more experienced staff.
The course duration is typically flexible, often taking between 6 to 12 months to complete depending on whether a student chooses full-time or part-time study options.
This timeframe includes both essential theoretical learning and a mandatory work placement component, which is vital for gaining hands-on industry experience.
Industry relevance is a cornerstone of this qualification, as it is developed in direct consultation with aged care employers to ensure graduates possess the exact skills they demand.
With Australia's ageing population, the demand for skilled aged care workers is consistently high, making this a pathway to a stable and deeply fulfilling profession.
Completing this certificate opens doors to various roles such as a personal care assistant, nursing assistant, or home and community care worker.
It also serves as a solid stepping stone for those wishing to pursue further qualifications, like a Certificate IV in Ageing Support or a nursing degree.


Why this course?

Statistic Value
Aged Care Workers Needed by 2035 (UK) 440,000
Current Workforce Shortage (UK) 165,000
The Certificate 3 in Aged Care TAFE NSW is a critical qualification for addressing the severe global shortage of skilled aged care workers. With the UK alone needing an estimated 440,000 additional social care staff by 2035 to support its rapidly ageing population, the demand for qualified professionals has never been greater. This comprehensive aged care course provides the essential, hands-on skills in personal care, support, and empathy that are the backbone of quality elderly care services. It equips graduates to work effectively in residential facilities, community care, and home support, making them highly employable both in Australia and internationally. As the industry moves towards more complex, person-centered care models, this vocational training ensures workers are not just job-ready but are also prepared to deliver the high standard of compassionate care that modern communities expect and deserve.
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