Kickstart a Career Helping Others
Course Duration
7 Months
Practical Hours
120 Hours
Delivery Mode
Face-to-face classroom-based delivery mode
If you’re passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others, the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to support people in both aged care and disability support settings.
This nationally recognised qualification is designed for those who want a versatile and rewarding career in individual support. By combining both ageing and disability specialisations, you’ll gain the practical expertise to care for older people and people with disabilities in residential, community, or home-based environments.
Under the Skills Assure program, you may be eligible for government funding.
Learn more about the Skills Assure program by clicking below
Course Overview
The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) is your gateway to a rewarding and meaningful career where you make a genuine impact in people’s lives every day.
You’ll learn to deliver personalised care that respects each individual’s unique needs, preferences, and life experiences. Whether you’re assisting an elderly person with daily living tasks or supporting a person with disability to participate in the community, you’ll be trained to do so with empathy, dignity, and professionalism.
Skills include:
Infection prevention and control
Personalised aged care
Strengths-based support
Legal and ethical work practices
Empowering the elderly
Social and community inclusion
Who Should Enrol?
You should consider enrolling if:
- You’re Caring, Empathetic, and People-Oriented
You naturally enjoy helping others and want to build a career where you can make a genuine difference in someone’s daily life. - You’re Looking for a Stable, In-Demand Career
With Australia’s ageing population, aged care is one of the fastest-growing industries. This qualification can lead to stable, long-term employment in a variety of care settings. - You’re a School Leaver or Career Starter
If you’ve recently left school or are exploring your first career, this course gives you the skills and hands-on experience to enter the workforce with confidence. - You Want a Career Change with Purpose
Ready to leave the 9–5 grind or an unfulfilling job behind? This course offers a pathway into meaningful, flexible work that aligns with your values. - You’re Already a Family Carer
If you’ve cared for a loved one and want to turn that experience into a formal qualification, this course helps you build on what you already know—safely and professionally. - You Want Flexible Work Options
Aged care work can offer flexibility in hours and work locations, making it ideal for parents, mature-age students, or anyone seeking work-life balance.
Delivery
The Ashley Institute of Training has been approved to deliver a range of qualifications face-to-face, online, or blended. We also deliver our qualifications all across Queensland. For upcoming dates and locations. contact us for more information.
Brisbane
Cairns
Central Queensland
Sunshine Coast
Darling Downs – Maranoa
Gold Coast
Ipswich
Logan – Beaudesert
Mackay – Isaac – Whitsunday
Moreton Bay – North
Moreton Bay – South
Entry Criteria
Applicants must complete the following to determine suitability:
- Suitability Review (SDR)
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment
Government Funding
Skills Assure
We are a proud Skills Assure Provider. Under the Skills Assure program funded by the Queensland Government, eligible students are subsidised training through the Certificate III Guarantee program.
For more information. visit QLD Government Website.
Australia’s aged care industry is one of the country’s fastest-growing sectors, driven by an ageing population and increasing demand for compassionate, qualified support workers. Aged care professionals play a vital role in helping older Australians maintain their independence, dignity, and quality of life—whether in residential facilities, home care, or community settings.
Roles available include:
Aged Care Worker
Personal Care Worker
Home Care Assistant
Respite Care Worker
Units of Study
To be awarded the Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing/Disability), 15 units must be completed consisting of:
- 9 core units
- 6 elective units