Skill set Outline

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Entry into Care Roles Skill Set

Entry into Care Roles Skill Set

Skill set
National Code
CHCSS00114
State Code
AE116
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Associated Qualification
Certificate III in Individual Support
National Code
CHC33021
State Code
BIC0
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
Statement of Attainment at Certificate III Level
Field of Education
0905 - Human Welfare Studies And Services
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
19/05/2020
Current Release Date
01/07/2023
Current Release Number
4.00
Approved Date
22/03/2022
Nominal Hours
150
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
Release Version Release Date TGA Status DTWD Status
4.00 01/07/2023 Current Approved
3.00 01/03/2023 Replaced Replaced
2.00 15/12/2021 Replaced Replaced
1.00 19/05/2020 Replaced Replaced
Description
This skill set addresses the skills and knowledge required to provide entry level support for basic client care for a range of roles and purposes required within the aged care and disability support sectors. The support provided in client care will be predominantly non-direct, with some basic direct client care, in order to maintain the safety of both the learner and client in care.
For information on delivery and associated job roles, please refer to the relevant Companion Volume Implementation Guide: RTO Factsheet available on VETNet
Units
CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support
HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Pathway Information
The units provide credit towards the Certificate III in Individual Support and other qualifications that allow for selection of these units.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who use introductory care practices to support fully qualified carers within an aged care or disability support environment. Candidates who complete this skill set would be equipped with the skills and knowledge required to undertake job tasks to support fully qualified carers, such as making beds, providing assistance to maintain a clean environment and communicating with carers as part of the support service.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from HLT Health and CHC Community Services Training Packages meet industry requirements for basic entry level care in aged care and disability support contexts.
General notes
No information