CHC43015 · CRICOS Course Code 114864D
Course overview
Move into specialised aged services work in residential, home or community environments. Coordinate and review individualised service planning, support people living with dementia, apply a palliative approach, and uphold legal and ethical compliance — often with limited leadership of others’ outputs.
Duration includes scheduled holidays; see the Academic Calendar. Placement: 120 hours.
What you’ll learn
- Advocate for client rights and empower older people.
- Coordinate services and interventions for people at risk.
- Support carers and families; build collaborative networks.
- Deliver dementia and palliative care approaches safely and ethically.
Entry requirements
Academic requirements
- Completion of Australian Year 12 (or an overseas equivalent). Depending on nationality, Year 11 equivalent may be accepted — confirm with admissions before you enrol.
- Mature-age applicants without a formal secondary credential complete Axis Institute’s LLN / English placement assessment.
English language proficiency
All applicants complete Axis Institute’s Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills check (online LLN Robot). For Certificate III and above, one of the following is typically required:
- IELTS overall band 6.0 (or an accepted equivalent such as PTE), or
- Evidence of Advanced-level English, or
- A satisfactory result on Axis Institute’s internal English placement test.
Common exemptions (confirm with admissions): full-time secondary / ELICOS / research pathways; five or more years of study in Australia, UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa or Ireland; passport holders from UK, USA, Canada, NZ or Ireland; recent Australian study in English at Senior Secondary or AQF Certificate IV+ while holding a student visa.
Course outline — core units
- 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
- CHCCS006 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
- CHCAGE002 Implement falls prevention strategies
- CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid
Assessment
- Knowledge questions
- Case studies / written activities
- Practical projects or placement evidence as applicable
Vocational placement
120 Hours. Confirm arrangements with the course coordinator.
Possible career outcomes
- Community Program Coordinator
- Residential Care Worker
- Support Worker (Community Services)
- Care supervisor
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Personal care worker
- Personal care giver
- Assistant Hostel Supervisor
- Personal care assistant
- Residential care officer
- Day Activity Worker
- Care Team Leader (subject to the electives selected)
Fees & payment options
Course fees can be paid in person, by phone, internet banking, or credit card (Visa / Mastercard). Indicative international tuition is published on the Resources page and may change — contact admissions for a current quote for your intake.
| Option | How it works |
|---|---|
| Pay in full | Single upfront payment by bank transfer or card. |
| Payment plan | Weekly, fortnightly, monthly or per-term instalments (terms apply). |
| Direct debit | Scheduled withdrawals from a nominated account. |
Contact: info@axisinstitute.edu.au · 07 2102 3553 (Brisbane) · 02 8358 7277 (Sydney)
How to apply
- Check entry requirements and English evidence.
- Submit an online enquiry / application or the international student form.
- Complete LLND assessment and any interviews requested by admissions.
- Receive offer, pay fees per your payment plan, and arrange CoE / visa steps if applicable.
- Attend orientation and commence on your intake date.
See also Application process and International students.