Certificate IV in Aged Care (CHC40108)
Overview
Certificate IV in Aged Care is a nationally recognised qualification for Aged Care workers in Australia. The course extends and increases on the knowledge from the Certificate III qualification. These workers may be employed as Care Supervisors, Care Team Leaders or Program Co-ordinators. The course covers 8 main core subjects and then students complete a chosen elective assessment.
Core Modules
- Aged Care Industry
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Effective Communication
- Documentation Management (including ACFI)
- Understanding Dementia
- Clinical Skills
- Falls Prevention
- Holistic Client Care
Electives
Electives are created in accordance with the national packaging rules to best reflect the current needs of industry. Your ICM qualification coordinator can discuss the suitability of each elective to your students. Some of our elective titles include:
- Palliative Care
- Case Management
- Behaviour Support
- Medication
Duration of Study
Students are required to be employed in their chosen field of study to enhance their ‘on-the-job’ learning. They need to be supervised by a qualified staff member and working a minimum of 16 hours per week. It is anticipated students will take 12 month to complete this qualification.
Cost
The full cost of this course is $2965.
This certificate is eligible for funding as a New Entrant and an Existing Worker Traineeship in NSW.
The government may pay an employer subsidy of up to $4000 for each New Entrant or Existing Worker Trainee.
Your ICM consultant will be able to give you more details on the traineeship program.
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