CHC40102 Certificate IV in Aged Care Work

Course Outline
The Certificate IV in Aged Care Work is for people who are already employed in the aged care industry and have a Certificate III in Aged Care Work. The course will develop the individual’s knowledge and skills to undertake work and team leadership roles and assist with medications within aged care residential services.

Course Structure
The Certificate IV in Aged Care Work consists of 14 units of competency: 11 compulsory and 3 elective units.  Elective units should be chosen to reflect the work role and required duties.
 
The units cover topics such as:
  • Working within a legal and ethical framework
  • Occupational health and safety
  • Supporting the elderly with complex care needs
  • Undertaking administrative tasks
  • Maintaining information systems in the workplace
  • Assisting with medication administration
Delivery Options
The Certificate IV in Aged Care Work can be delivered as a traineeship or as a flexible delivery course.

A traineeship combines paid employment with gaining a qualification, combining on the job work experience and formal training.  Traineeships may be full or part-time and are usually taken over a 12 month period.

The flexible delivery mode is a twelve month program for individuals who are currently working in the aged care sector and combines workshops with facilitated workplace learning.

For individuals who have worked in the industry for some time and have the requisite skills and knowledge may apply for Recognition Assessment.

Career Pathways



Selection Criteria
Prospective participants:
  • must hold the Certificate III in Aged Care Work
  • must have a minimum of 18 months experience in the aged care industry
  • must have a strong interest and commitment to the rights and interests of the elderly
  • must have the right professional attitude to support and lead others
  • may be required to complete a language, literacy and numeracy assessment.
A national police check is mandatory before undertaking practical work placement.

Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities are excellent for aged care workers, with work available in hostels, high care & low care residential facilities and other aged care community centres.

Course Fees
The course fee for classroom based delivery is: $1980.00 per participant.  A range of flexible payment options are available.

For further information and Enrolment Details
Contact:    Mercy Health Training Institute
        (03) 8458 4997
        Email: mhti@mercy.com.au