RTO ID: 21985 www.ihna.edu.au CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support CRICOS Course Code: 092899A Toll Free: 1800 22 52 83
INTRODUCTION With the Australian population ageing at an unprecedented rate, there are rapidly increasing numbers of older people who will need support. The Australian aged care system aims at providing appropriate and efficient care that supports the wellbeing and independence of the elderly, in their own homes or in various settings in the community. Healthcare education in the aged care sector is focused on providing workers with the skills and knowledge to offer high-quality, compassionate, person-centered care to the elderly. IHNA s courses offer students a methodical and structured approach to theory and clinical skills, with the course material continously checked for current relevance in the industry. Our course designers ensure that the content is on par with the best courses of a similar nature across the globe. IHNA educators are passionate about teaching, and are recognised as experts in their fields of study. They are thoroughly conversant with the medical environment in this country and are well equipped to guide students on a one-on-one basis to reach the peak of their potential. At all times, IHNA s focus is student-centric and is based on a foundation of quality and compassion. The learning environment offered to students encourages and promotes the development of an inquiring and receptive mind. Access to the best infrastructure and learning support ensures that they are able to reach their highest level of competence and confidence in their own abilities as expert healthcare professionals. IHNA s comprehensive education helps each of our students to excel in the healthcare industry across the globe. To date, over 2000 students in over 100 batches have completed courses at IHNA with highly successful results, and have gone on to achieve exceptional job outcomes in leading institutes in Australia and around the world. IHNA educators are passionate about teaching, and are recognised as experts in their fields of study. They are thoroughly conversant with the medical environment in this country and are well equipped to guide students on a one-on-one basis to reach the peak of their potential. Page 2 CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support C o u r s e B r o c h u r e
WHY STUDY AT IHNA? IHNA s excellence in delivering training for international students has been rewarded with the prestigious Victorian International Education Provider Award 2016. We are also shortlisted as finalists for the 2016 Victorian Small Training Provider of the Year Award. Our courses and learning materials are work-focused and designed to meet Australian VET standards in healthcare. Education programs and resources are regularly benchmarked against the best practice from around the world to ensure they remain relevant and up-to-date. We offer ample flexibility; you can attend face to face in the classroom or study online. State of the art simulation centres at every campus and Learning Hub allow our students to practice and assess their skills and techniques. Students may also access 24/7 online support services online, or via telephone, Skype or email. Our trainers are experienced educators who have work experience in Australia. Successful candidates will be job-ready and will have the knowledge and skills to practice with confidence and competence. Students are supported and guided, every step of the way. Our courses are nationally recognised. Students get valuable hands-on industry experience during their work placement, which is organised by IHNA. As a recognised provider of quality education, training and management systems, we partner with industry to develop future workforce and training strategies. C o u r s e B r o c h u r e CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support Page 3
CHC43015 CERTIFICATE IV IN AGEING SUPPORT The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support reflects the role of support workers who complete specialized tasks and functions in aged services. They work either in residential, hospital or community based environments and are required to take responsibility for their own outputs within defined organization guidelines. They will also be required to maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation and review of individualized service planning and delivery. Workers may be required to demonstrate leadership and have limited responsibility for the organization and the quantity and quality of outputs of others within limited parameters. The course modules are structured to provide a balanced program of theory and practice relevant to the career opportunities across the healthcare industry. Course Details Qualification Course Code AQF Level 4 CRICOS Code Delivery mode Course duration Assessments CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support CHC43015 092899A Face to face and Blended modes of delivery. This course is offered to Domestic and International students. 48 weeks course comprising of theory, lab simulations and Professional Experience Placements. A range of assessment methods employed by IHNA ensures that assessments are fair, valid, reliable and reasonable. The assessments include: Knowledge based tests Simulation based assessments Professional Experience Placement Book Work based tasks may also be applicable for some units. Possible Job Outcomes Upon successful completion of the course, the candidates will be qualified to work as: Practice manager in health practice areas including medical, dental, chiropractic, podiatry, rehabilitation, community, mental health or aged care settings Quality ISO 9001 Page 4 CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support C o u r s e B r o c h u r e
WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THIS COURSE? What is the aim of this course? Students may undertake this course to develop skills and knowledge for a career in Aged Care, and prepare for a supervisory or team leader role in the aged care industry. How is the course delivered? Face to Face Mode The course is provided through teacher led classroom mode delivery, simulated training and professional experience placement of at least 120 hours with a variety of assessments. This course will be delivered over 1260 hours, including theory (20 hours per week at an IHNA campus), simulation training and at least 120 hours of work based training / professional experience placement (PEP). Blended Mode This course will be delivered over 1260 hours, including online theory, self-paced structured e-learning as per the session plan, simulation training and at least 120 hours of work based training / professional experience placement (PEP). Simulation Training The simulation training for both modes of delivery is for review of the learning activities, practicing communication and management skills and undertaking other assessments e.g.: group presentation/individual presentation, mandatory to be undertaken prior to attending Professional Experience Placement. Delivery Locations Melbourne / Sydney / Perth. How do I know the course enrolment details? Call us to enquire about the next enrolment date. What learning materials are included with this course? Your learning materials include: Study guide Learners workbooks Discussion forums Video resources Links to key online resources What are the Admission Criteria for this course? Entry Requirements: There are no pre-requisites or any other training package entry requirements for this course. Admission Criteria: DOMESTIC IHNA has in place admission criteria for courses in its scope as required by its Application and Enrolment Procedure for VET Courses to ensure that candidates meet industry requirements. Applicants are required to be 18 years old and above and need to be Secondary School year 10 pass, OR C o u r s e B r o c h u r e CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support Page 5
Students will be assessed in both a formative and summative way Be of mature age which can be demonstrated by a candidate who is at least of 21 years and has a qualification at Certificate II level or higher, OR has 2 years industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication In addition, all the applicants are required to have successfully completed an ACSF test and demonstrate competence as working at Level 3 for all indicators to enrol for this qualification (issued within the last 12 months from the time of admission). Additional Requirement for Professional Experience Placement (PEP): A satisfactory National Police Clearance / Australian Federal Police Clearance Certificate(AFP) / NCC will be required for placements. IHNA highly recommends students to complete the immunisation process before the Professional Experience Placement start date as some facilities will not provide placement to student without immunisation. It is also essential for the student to possess basic computer skills. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged to apply. CRICOS International students should have: A satisfactory English Proficiency: A minimum IELTS overall score of 5.5 (Academic) with no band less than 5. IHNA accepts equivalent scores in OET, TOEFL ibt and PTE. Satisfactorily completed a minimum of year 12 or equivalent Must be of a minimum age of 18+ at the time of course commencement In addition, all the applicants are required to have successfully completed an ACSF test conducted by IHNA and demonstrate competence as working at Level 3 for all indicators to enrol for this qualification (issued within the last 12 months from the time of admission). Additional Requirement for Professional Experience Placement (PEP): A satisfactory National Police Clearance / Australian Federal Police Clearance Certificate(AFP) / NCC will be required for placements. IHNA highly recommends students to complete the immunisation process before the Professional Experience Placement start date as some facilities will not provide placement to student without immunisation. It is also essential for the student to possess basic computer skills. Physical Requirements: While IHNA will work with you to make reasonable accommodations in the campus lab and classroom, there are work place practice conditions that occur in the workplace environment that are beyond IHNA s control. The physical requirements below are necessary to function in the healthcare facility and/or community setting. Students must be able to perform and complete course objectives and requirements with or without reasonable accommodations otherwise you will not be enrolled. Skills and abilities that are needed to perform client care to pass the course objectives and requirements are Page 6 CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support C o u r s e B r o c h u r e
Students may enrol at any time of the year. The commencement of all courses is subject to enrolment quotas. Strength: Sufficient to assist with lifting and transferring a client, and perform CPR Mobility: Sufficient mobility to bend, stoop, and bend down to the floor; ability to move around rapidly; and to move in small, confined areas. Hearing: Sufficient to hear through the stethoscope to discriminate sounds; to hear cries for help; to hear alarms on equipment and emergency signals; and various overhead pages. Vision: Sufficient to make physical assessments of client and equipment. Communication: Able to communicate in both verbal and written formats; and interact with clients, staff, and faculty supervisors. If you have a disability that will require reasonable accommodations to fulfil these requirements then please declare in your course application. What are the Fees and Costs? Total tuition Fees Domestic Students: Perth: AUD $3,800 Melbourne & Sydney: AUD $2,800 International Students: AUD $10,500 Students may be eligible for government funding. Please speak to an admissions consultant to know more. Enrolling in this qualification and availing the relevant state funding, may affect student s future training options and the eligibility for further government subsidised training. Payment plans available. Detailed fees available on IHNA Fees and Charges 2017 Domestic: www.ihna.edu.au/courses/fees-and-charges International: www.ihna.edu.au/courses/fees-and-chargescricos Tuition Fees does not include any additional resources such as books, uniforms, equipment, printing, duplicate student id card etc. How is the course assessed? Assessment strategies are implemented for collecting evidence and making judgements about whether competency has been achieved by the learner. The assessments confirm whether an individual can perform to the standards expected in the workplace, as expressed in the relevant endorsed unit of competency. Students will be assessed in both a formative and summative way. These assessment methods and strategies are consistent with the Training Package Assessment Guidelines. Assessment tools used include: Knowledge based tests Simulation based assessments Professional Experience Placement Book C o u r s e B r o c h u r e CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support Page 7
What will I get on successful completion of this course? Students who successfully complete all of the required units of competency of this course will be issued a testamur with the record of results printed at the back. A statement of attainment will be issued if a student successfully completes one or more units of competency of this course, but does not meet the requirements for a qualification (as specified in the Training Package). The statement of attainment will list all of the units of competency achieved. What further studies could I pursue? From the Certificate IV in Ageing Support, opportunities may be available to progress into the Diploma of Enrolled Nursing, registered nursing qualifications, or other diplomas in community services and health. What other course may I be interested in? HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability) CHC30113 Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability HLT47315 Certificate IV in Health Administration HLT54115 Diploma of Nursing HLT57715 Diploma of Practice Management HLT37315 Certificate III in Health Administration CHC50113 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care What is IHNA s Access and Equity Policy? Our Code of Practice includes an Access and Equity Policy. This document is available on request. It is the responsibility of all our staff to ensure that students requirements of the Access and Equity Policy are met at all times. Is there any legislation that I should know about? A range of legislations are applicable to all IHNA staff and students. Information on relevant legislation is provided at www.ihna.edu.au/law_and_legislation Further Information Students may enrol at any time of the year. The commencement of all courses is subject to enrolment quotas. Disclaimer All information contained in this publication including the availability of courses and fees is correct as of July 2017. For the latest course information, please refer to the relevant course section in IHNA website. However, the Institute reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Students should check with IHNA for any amendments prior to enrolment. Page 8 CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support C o u r s e B r o c h u r e
COURSE COMPETENCY DETAILS 18 units of competency are required for this qualification, including: Core Units CHCADV001 CHCAGE001 CHCAGE003 CHCAGE004 CHCAGE005 CHCCCS006 CHCCCS011 CHCCCS023 CHCCCS025 CHCDIV001 CHCLEG003 CHCPAL001 CHCPRP001 HLTAAP001 HLTWHS002 CHCDIS007 HLTHPS006 HLTAID003 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients Facilitate the empowerment of older people Coordinate services for older people Implement interventions with older people at risk Provide support to people living with dementia Facilitate individual service planning and delivery Meet personal support needs Support independence and wellbeing Support relationships with carers and families Work with diverse people Manage legal and ethical compliance Deliver care services using a palliative approach Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships Recognise healthy body systems Follow safe work practices for direct client care Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability Assist clients with medication Provide first aid C o u r s e B r o c h u r e CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support Page 9
HOW TO ENROL? Online You can enrol online www.ihna.edu.au Email Send an email to enquiry@ihna.edu.au Face to face Apply in person at any IHNA campus. Our contact details are on the last page. Toll free You can speak to a career counsellor or a guide, if you are unsure about the way forward. Please feel free to call. Toll free: 1800 22 52 83 Page 10 CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support C o u r s e B r o c h u r e
OUR EDUCATIONAL PATHWAY IHNA is focussed on developing your career in healthcare. If you wish to take your career a step forward, an accredited higher level qualification is the way to go. Based on your current qualification, please see below the pathways that are available to you. Learn advanced skills and stay up to date with current best practice in your sector! Certificate III in Health Services Assistance (Assisting in Nursing Work in Acute Care) Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing, Disability) Certificate III in Health Administration Certificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care Institute of Health and Nursing Australia SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED YEAR 12 OR OF MATURE AGE Certificate IV in Disability Certificate IV in Ageing Support Certificate IV in Health Administration Diploma of Practice Management Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care DIPLOMA OF NURSING BACHELOR OF NURSING (AUSTRALIA) UNIVERSITY PATHWAY INTERNATIONALLY QUALIFIED REGISTERED NURSES Nursing Career Advancement Program (NCAP) (International Students) Graduate Entry Program (Australia / Domestic) Graduate Certificate in Nursing Graduate Diploma in Nursing Graduate Diploma of Nursing (Specialisation - Paediatric Nursing) Institute of Health and Management IRON (Initial Registration for Overseas Registered Nurses) Note: Information in this diagram is of a general nature and entry criteria applicable to specific courses may vary. Please refer to specific course information to determine the exact criteria for entry or contact our admissions consultants for more details.
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