Support workers assist individuals in achieving better health. They are involved in a range of health care activities that are designed to provide care to people with acute, chronic and complex health conditions. A career in health care can be extremely rewarding and enable you make a difference in the lives of others. You’ll be entering a growing industry that is essential to the support of individuals, families and communities.
Our work is all about building up a relationship with a person and their family.
The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support develops the knowledge and skills required to support people in a community, residential or aged care setting.
Career outcomes include:
The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support develops skills for practice completing specialised tasks and functions in aged services; either in residential, home or community-based environments.
Career outcomes include:
On successful completion of the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support or the CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support and subject to meeting entry requirements, you may progress to the HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing.
Local Aged Care facilities in the Bega Valley, Liverpool, Southern Highlands and Wollongong regions are now seeking new traineeship employees. A traineeship allows you to commence work and get paid while you study a nationally recognised qualification.
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