Friday, June 24, 2011

Certificate IV In Aged Care (CHC40108)

 Certificate IV In Aged Care (CHC40108)
Course Description:
This is an advanced course in Aged Care Industry. The certificate holders will have comprehensive skills and knowledge to deal successfully with the possible aged care problems. You will have the opportunity to enter aged care services or community services. Certificate IV in Aged Care is designed to enhance Certificate III in Aged Care (or equivalent) qualifications. The course centres on small group support services, developing community resources, providing assistance in self medication, providing services to an older person person with complex needs and providing care support assistance, vitally important to deal with dementia.
 
CRICOS Course Code:071916A
Entry Requirements:
Prior to the commencement of the Certificate IV in Aged Care CHC40108, students must provide evidence of the completion of the following six units of competency. These units are completed as part of the Certificate III in Aged Care CHC30208.
 
Course Code   Module Name
CHCAC318A   Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A   Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCS411A   Work effectively in the community sector
CHCICS303A   Support individual health and emotional well being
CHCPA301B   Deliver care services using a palliative approach
HLTAP301A   Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
 
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
RPL is offered to any Learner who can provide evidence of competency for the units offered within the qualification.
To apply for RPL please contact the college
 
Mode of study and Assessment:
Assessment is competency based and can include written papers, classroom activities, verbal presentations and the demonstration of work-based competencies.
To obtain a qualification in Certificate IV in Aged Care (CHC40108) you must successfully complete all 15 units and their accompanying assessments.
 
Units of Competency:
All applicants need to complete 15 units of competency consists of:
»  Eleven Core Units
»  Four Electives
 
  PRE-REQUISITE UNITS  
Course Code   Module Name
CHCAC318A   Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A   Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCCS411A   Work effectively in the community sector
CHCICS303A   Support individual health and emotional well being
CHCPA301B   Deliver care services using a palliative approach
HLTAP301A   Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
 
  CORE UNITS
Course Code   Module Name
CHCAC412A   Provide services to older people with complex needs (Note pre-requisite CHCAC318A)
CHCAC416A   Facilitate support responsive to the specific nature of dementia
CHCAC417A   Implement interventions with older people at risk of falls
CHCAD401D   Advocate for clients
CHCCS400A   Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCICS401A   Facilitate support for personal care needs
CHCICS402A   Facilitate individualised plans
CHCINF403C   Coordinate information systems
CHCNET404A   Facilitate links with other services
CHCORG406A   Supervise work
CHCOHS312A   Follow safety procedures for direct care work
 
  ELECTIVE UNITS
Course Code   Module Name
CHCCOM403A   Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCCS426A   Provide support and care relating to loss and grief
CHCICS406A   Support client self-management
HLTAP401A   Confirm physical health status
 


 
What you can do on completion of your course?
On your successful completion of the course from our college you will gain 'Certificate IV in Aged Care - CHC40108'. This certificate will allow to have opportunities to enter Aged Care industry.

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