52 weeks Duration
including 8 weeks holiday break
fees: $18,900 Total Course
Tuition Fees: $16,965
Material Fee: $1,500
Application Fee: $400
Uniform Fee: $35
study Mode of Study
Face to Face
This training program equips individuals with the essential knowledge and skills required to excel in the aged care industry. This qualification is particularly well-suited for those who are either pursuing a career in or already engaged in roles centred around the care and support of elderly individuals across a spectrum of settings, including residential care facilities, community care, and home care. The course addresses the increasing global demand for proficient professionals in the aged care sector, ensuring that graduates possess the competencies to provide elderly individuals with the highest standard of care and support. The course delves deeply into strategies aimed at fostering independence, enriching the quality of life, and enhancing the general welfare of older adults. It places a strong emphasis on honing students’ communication skills, equipping them to establish strong connections with older adults, their families, and the broader healthcare team.
Students who successfully complete this course may be eligible for roles such as:
Above pathway information is in line with qualification description on National Training Register (www.training.gov.au) and/orhttps://www.myskills.gov.au/, it doesn’t imply any job guarantee or job role at the end of the course. Victorian Skills College doesn’t claim any employment outcome or job guarantee associated with its courses as it will be misleading.
To achieve the CHC43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support, you must successfully complete a total of 18 units, comprising:
The 15 core units for this qualification are:
A variety of assessment methods will be used to evaluate your competency throughout the course. These may include:
Assessment is designed to be fair, valid, reliable, and flexible, allowing you to demonstrate your skills and knowledge in a variety of ways.
Age Requirements: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
Pre-training Review: The Pre-Training Review (PTR) will be conducted prior to the enrolment into your course of studies to ensure that the training and assessment provided by VSC are able to meet the student’s individual needs. Students are required to fill up the PTR form and submit it along with the application form. VSC will review the student’s current competencies, student needs, English level, support requirements and oral communication skills in order to enrol them in the most appropriate course to achieve their intended outcomes.
National Police Check (NPC): Students enrolled in this course must have a satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) from Federal Government for practical placement purposes. Students
can visit:
English Language Requirements for International Students: International students applying for this course, either off-shore or on-shore, will require:
or an IELTS score of 5.5 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 10 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course;
or an IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent with an ELICOS course (up to 20 weeks) to be taken before the main VET course;
Results older than two years are not acceptable.
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United Kingdom or United States
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iii) To provide evidence that within two years* of their signed written agreement date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial part of a Certificate IV or higher-level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework.
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| English Language Test Provider | Minimum Test Score for Direct Entry | Minimum Test Score with at least 10 weeks ELICOS | Minimum Test Score with at least 20 weeks ELICOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | 6.0 | 5.5 | 5.0 |
| TOEFL internet-based test (if taken before 25 July 2023) | 64 | 46 | 35 |
| Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) | 169 | 162 | 154 |
| Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) | 50 | 42 | 36 |
| Occupational English Test (OET) | B for each test component | B for each test component | B for each test component |
Please note: The test must be taken no more than two years* before you apply to study at VSC.
*The date when VSC receives the signed written agreement (either through email or in hand)
To enter into this course delivered at VSC, applicants should have completed year 11 or secondary studies in the applicant’s home country, equivalent to an Australian year 11.
Students undertaking this course must possess sound language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills. To determine these LLND skills, all students who want to study at VSC are required to undertake LLND test prior to the commencement of the course. Based on the test outcome, students may be identified as requiring internal support and/or external support.
LLND test will be conducted on campus by using an ACSF mapped online LLND assessment tool – LLND Robot under the supervision of qualified LLND assessor. All students are required to undertake a language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) test according to the following qualification:
CHC43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support
Students will also be required to dress in a professional manner for classes with non-slip, closed-toe shoes for practical activities and may be required to wear a uniform as guided by their work placement host employer.
Upon successful completion of this course the learners are going to be awarded CHC43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support, which is a nationally recognised qualification.
Students who do not complete all units may be eligible for a Statement of Attainment in partial completion of the CHC43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support.
Successful completion may enable the student to apply for the below:
Please Note: Victorian Skills College does not guarantee any job or employment outcomes, nor do we guarantee a successful education assessment outcome or commit to securing a migration outcome for students.
Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. You are required to provide your results so that we can confirm they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.
You’ll need to have the following documents and information to begin your online application. To avoid any delays, please make sure all fields are filled correctly.
Document Checklist for Application
Passport: Copy of current visa (if you are in Australia) Copy of the Passport – front and back
Academic Documents: Certified copies of relevant academic records in your home country, such as high school or college/university certificates Certified copies of relevant academic records in Australia, such as high school or college/university certificates (if relevant) Current COE
English Proficiency Documents (submit one of the following): Qualification showing that you have completed a Certificate III or higher course in Australia.
A Letter of Offer or CoE confirming enrolment in an ELICOS course.
A copy of your English language test results (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE) if you have completed one of these approved tests.
Other required Documents Offshore applications: Genuine Student assessment form Curriculum Vitae (Work)References
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