CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Pre-requisite
There are no formal prerequisites or entry requirements for the Certificate IV in Ageing Support. However, international students applying to the Imperial Institute of Sydney must meet specific entry conditions.

Age and Educational Requirements
International students must be at least 18 years old and have completed Year 12 or an equivalent qualification. Applicants must also attend a course entry interview to assess their suitability for the course and identify any individual learning or support needs.

English Language Proficiency
Students are required to have an IELTS score of 6.0, with results no more than two years old. English proficiency may also be demonstrated by completing five years of education in an English-speaking country, completing at least six months of a Certificate IV course at an Australian RTO, or successfully passing an English Placement Test. Other English tests, such as PTE or TOEFL, are accepted if they are equivalent to IELTS 6.0.

Pre-Training Review (PTR)
All international learners must complete a Pre-Training Review before enrolment. This process evaluates the learner’s previous education, training, relevant experience, and the suitability of the course. The review is conducted through an interview by the institute’s enrolment officer and also identifies any support needs or Recognition of Prior Learning opportunities. Learners must demonstrate that they have the skills required to complete the course.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Requirements
Learners must complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test mapped at ACSF Level 4. This course requires sound numeracy skills, including reading medication labels, understanding anaphylaxis plans, performing basic calculations, and interpreting national standards. Students who do not meet the English or LLN requirements will need to complete additional language or numeracy training or an ELICOS program at another institute, at their own cost, before enrolling.

Academic Requirements
Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent secondary studies in their home country, comparable to the Australian senior secondary school qualification.

Computer Literacy
Basic computer literacy is required for all learners. Students must demonstrate these skills during the pre-training review. Learners who do not meet this requirement may be asked to complete basic computer training, such as the International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL), before enrolment. Additional fees apply for this training.

Access to Materials and Equipment
IIS provides access to computers and the internet during classroom hours. For self-study and assessments, learners must have access to a personal laptop or computer with Windows 7 or later. Students must also have an active email address, access to a phone, a valid mailing address, and Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel.

Physical Requirements
Learners are expected to have adequate physical fitness, as the course involves manual handling tasks and supporting vulnerable individuals during training and practical activities.

To complete the CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support, students must complete a total of eighteen units. This includes fifteen core units and three elective units.

Total number of units = 18

• 15 core units
• 3 elective units, consisting of:
  • at least 2 units from the electives listed below
  • up to 1 unit from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course – these units must be relevant to the work outcome

All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

The latest version of the qualification and packaging rules can be accessed on training.gov.au.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Requirements

Learners must have sound numeracy skills, as the course involves calculations, reading medication labels, understanding anaphylaxis plans, and interpreting national quality standards and frameworks.

All learners are required to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test mapped at ACSF Level 4, conducted by the institute using the LLN robot test. Students who do not meet English or LLN requirements will need to complete additional language or numeracy training or an ELICOS program at another institute, at their own expense, before enrolling. IIS does not offer ELICOS programs.

Academic Requirements

Applicants must have completed Year 12 or equivalent secondary education in their home country, comparable to the Australian senior secondary school qualification.

Students may apply for course credit through credit transfer or recognition of prior learning (RPL) based on their existing qualifications, skills, knowledge, and experience.

• Full details about course credit and eligibility are available in the International Student Handbook. 
• Course credit applications are assessed in line with institutional and regulatory requirements.

For International Students

• Course credit approval may impact both:
  • Course fees
  • Course duration
• Students will be notified in writing regarding:
  • The outcome of their course credit application
  • Any changes to the course fees or duration
• If course credit is granted after the Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) is issued, a revised CoE will be provided showing the updated course duration.

Completing the CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support equips learners with the knowledge and skills to:

• Provide high-quality, person-centred care for older people in a range of settings
• Support independence, wellbeing and daily living activities for clients
• Understand and apply aged care legislation, policies, and ethical standards
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and colleagues
• Identify and respond to changes in health, behaviour, and care needs
• Work safely and follow infection control procedures
• Contribute to planning, implementing, and evaluating care plans
• Develop teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving skills in aged care environments

Students who complete this nationally recognised training will be awarded the Qualification:

CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into the CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services, other qualifications in the CHC training package, or higher education qualifications in community services.

Completing the course also opens up further education and career opportunities in the aged care sector. Learners can choose to:

• Progress to higher qualifications, such as the Diploma of Nursing or Diploma of Leadership and Management in aged care
• Undertake specialised short courses in areas like dementia care, palliative care, or disability support
• Gain entry into university programs related to nursing, community services, or health and social care
• Combine work and study pathways for practical experience while advancing qualifications

Assessments are designed to mirror real-world tasks and industry standards, helping students develop the skills needed for their careers. They take place in a simulated workplace environment and assess practical abilities, teamwork, and time management.

Assessment Arrangements

Assessment will occur through a variety of methods, including projects incorporating role-plays, presentations, reports, portfolios, case studies and short answer questions. Assessment conditions will ensure a simulated workplace environment.

Assessment tasks:

• Reflect real-life work tasks.
• Are required to be performed within industry standard timeframes as specified by assessors in relation to each task.
• Are assessed using assessment criteria that relate to the quality of work expected by the industry.
• Are performed to industry safety requirements as relevant.
• Utilise authentic workplace documentation.
• Require students to work with others as part of a team.
• Require students to plan and prioritise competing work tasks.
• Involve the use of standard workplace equipment such as computers and software.
• Ensure that students are required to consider workplace constraints such as time and budgets.

Assessment Materials

Assessment materials comprise:

• Student Assessment Tasks: There is one for each unit of competency that includes instructions to students about each of their assessments. It also includes an assessment plan where students can record the due dates of each task and an Assessment Task Cover Sheet that must be completed for each Assessment submission.

• Other documents specific to the workplace simulation task requirements are also included with the assessment tasks. These include document templates and simulated workplace policies and procedures, and are described in the student and assessor instructions as relevant.

Re-assessment

Re-assessment criteria:

Each assessment task will be given an outcome of either Satisfactory (S) or Not Satisfactory (NS). Students must complete all tasks for a unit satisfactorily to achieve an overall outcome of Competent (C) for the unit. If one or more of the tasks are assessed as Not Satisfactory, they will be given an outcome for the unit of Not Yet Competent (NYC).

The student can have a total of 3 attempts to complete each task and achieve a ‘Satisfactory’ outcome (noting that the third attempt is chargeable as per the fees and refunds policy). If, after the third attempt, the student is still assessed as Not Satisfactory for a task, they will need to re-enrol in the unit.

Assessment Appeals

Students can make an appeal against any assessment decision by following the Complaints and Appeals Policy outlined in the Student Handbook.

Appeals will be dealt with following the Complaints and Appeals Procedure.

At the Imperial Institute of Sydney, we are committed to ensuring student success through comprehensive support and monitoring:

• Personalised Intervention Strategies: Tailored plans to address individual student needs and challenges, with additional resources provided to support learning.
• Ongoing Course Progress Monitoring: Regular tracking of student progress to ensure timely completion of course requirements.
• Attendance Monitoring: Adherence to attendance policies, particularly for international students, to ensure compliance with visa regulations.
• Access to Support Resources: A wide range of academic and personal support services, including tutoring, counselling, and study workshops.
• Continuous Feedback: Students receive regular feedback on their performance to help them stay on track and improve.
• Flexible Learning Options: Various resources and facilities available to cater to different learning styles and needs, including online materials and study groups.