Course summary
The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support (Release 3) will further develop your skills for practice as a support worker, completing specialised tasks and functions in aged services - either in residential, home or community-based environments.
The course is offered as a traineeship for people new to industry or seeking to upskill their existing Certificate III qualifications. It is designed for students currently working in aged care roles with organisations who can support them through a traineeship*.
Trainees typically attend class one day per week while working in the industry. Traineeships take up to 12 months to completed, and students will graduate with a Nationally Recognised Qualification.
The course will focus on enhancing the skills needed to work in Ageing Support, including medication administration, to prepare students for career advancement to a Team Leader or supervisory role.
On successful completion of the Certificate IV in Ageing Support, you may progress to the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing^ with some credits or directly onto the first year of the Bachelor of Nursing^.
To find out more about starting a traineeship in Ageing Support, visit the UOW College traineeships page.
*Subject to eligibility requirements.
^Subject to meeting entry requirements.
Delivery
This course is only available as a traineeship.
How you’ll Learn
You will learn a range of practical and technical skills, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide aged care support services.
Units of Study
You will be required to successfully complete 18 units of competency including 15 core and 3 elective units. Electives may vary but generally always include HLTHPS007.
Core Units
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CHCADV001 | Facilitate the interests and rights of clients |
| CHCAGE001 | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
| CHCAGE003 | Coordinate services for older people |
| CHCAGE004 | Implement interventions with older people at risk |
| CHCAGE005 | Provide support to people living with dementia |
| CHCCCS006 | Facilitate individual service planning and delivery |
| CHCCCS011 | Meet personal support needs |
| CHCCCS023 | Support independence and well being |
| CHCCCS025 | Support relationships with carers and families |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
| CHCPAL001 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
| HLTAAP001 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
Elective Units
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| HLTHPS007 | Administer and monitor medications |
This course is accredited by ASQA for delivery by UOW College Australia (RTO: 91159; CRICOS: 02723D). UOW College Australia is a registered business name of UOWC Ltd (ABN: 14 105 312 329).
Course information
Study area
Nursing, UOW College Vocational Pathways
Campus
UOW College Wollongong
Course Code
3185
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Duration
Up to 12 months
Delivery
Distance
Cricos
UAC Code
-
Admission, Key dates, and Fees
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.
For any specific advice or questions regarding an application, please contact the Future Students Team.
Entry Requirements
- Available to Domestic students only
Applicants must satisfy the following criteria to be granted admission to this VET Course:
- Achieve a minimum result of exit Level 2 in both Literacy and Numeracy online assessment;
AND - Minimum age 16 years at course enrolment
FEES
* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression.
These fees are subject to change from year to year. The fees outlined in your Letter of Offer of Admission to the University are correct at the point of offer, but are indicative and subject to change without notice. The indicative total course tuition fee is an estimate, based on normal course length and progression and current course fees.
Admission Profile
INDICATIVE ENROLMENT
STUDENT PROFILE
This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW College for this course. It provides data on students that commenced the program, and continued study beyond the census date at UOW College in 2023.
Applicant background |
2023 intake |
2023 intake (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study Students who have studied a University course, or completed a bridging or enabling course. |
- |
- |
| Vocational education & training study Students who have undertaken vocational education or training since leaving school. |
- |
- |
| Work & life experience Students admitted on the basis of previous achievement other than higher education study, vocational education & training, or recent secondary education. |
- |
- |
|
Recent secondary education |
||
| ATAR Only Students admitted only on the basis of ATAR including any applied adjustment factors. |
- |
- |
| ATAR plus additional criteria Students who were admitted on the basis of both ATAR and additional criteria (e.g. an audition or individual subject results). |
- |
- |
| Other criteria only (non-ATAR) These students were admitted on the basis of other criteria where ATAR was not a factor (e.g. UOW Early Admission). |
- |
- |
| International students All other students. |
- |
- |
| All students |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)
ATAR PROFILE
This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with other factors.
|
ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2023 |
ATAR The unadjusted, raw ATARs for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR. | Selection Rank The ATARs of the same student group, including the impact of adjustment factors. |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Median rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer |
- |
- |
N/A: Data not available for this item
N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)
More Information
For more information about UOW College admission pathways, see UOW College Admission Information.
Key Dates
SESSION | CAMPUS | SESSION DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
2025 UOW College VET Annual Session | UOW College Wollongong | Key dates for UOW College courses are available on the UOW College website. |
Course Structure
(Current year structure - subject to change)
Course HandbookWhy choose this course
Progression to further study
On successful completion of the Certificate IV in Ageing Support, you may progress to the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing^ with some credits or directly onto the first year of the Bachelor of Nursing^.
You may also use this qualification to apply for a range of other bachelor degrees at UOW.