Description
Whether you’re just starting out in this rewarding sector or looking to enhance your existing skills, we have a career pathway that will get you there.
Supporting all age groups and abilities in living and leisure activities, carers provide opportunities for people to live their lives to the fullest. Carers are in high demand so start your rewarding new career in the sector today by enrolling at Cire. This qualification covers care in people’s homes, in a facility, or day centre.
Who should enrol
People who would like to pursue a career in the aged care and disability services industry
Delivery mode and duration
On campus | 9 months
Two days a week in the classroom, online
self-study activities and 120 hours of work placement is required to be completed in three placement blocks throughout the course.
Work-based and Traineeship | 12 months
Self-paced online learning using interactive eLearning content. Regular sessions with your trainer in the workplace to support your studies.
Students require a Police Check to undertake work placement (not required for students under the age of 18).
Entry requirements: Cire Training will assess prospective students’ existing skills, knowledge, and abilities (including Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) ability) and identify any specific needs to ensure that their chosen course is suitable.
Training Organisation Identification (TOID) 4150
Intake
2025 commencement dates
Classroom intake – Monday 10th February 2025; Thursday 21st July 2025
Campus: Level 1, 7-9 John Street, Lilydale VIC 3136
‘Working Towards’ Qualification and Traineeship: Enrol anytime
Career opportunities
Employment options for graduates of this course include:
Aged Care Worker
Home and Community Care Worker
Disability Support Worker
Units
Core units
CHCCCS031 – Provide individualised support
CHCCCS038 – Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS040 – Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS041 – Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCOM005 – Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically
HLTINF006 – Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS002 – Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Elective units
CHCAGE011 – Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013 – Work effectively in aged care
CHCDIS011 – Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012 – Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020 – Work effectively in disability support
CHCDIV002 – Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCGRP001 – Support group activities
CHCMHS001 – Work with people with mental health issues
CHCPAL003 – Deliver care services using a palliative approach
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Fees
Course Fees: Click here for a detailed list of fees and charges, including concession discounts.
The eligibility criteria for accessing Skills First funding has changed in 2023, providing more funding options for students looking to study. We encourage you to speak to an enrolment officer to understand how this may impact you.
Please note the above fees are listed as the total course cost and are inclusive of the tuition, resource, and amenities fees.
The student tuition fees, as published, are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Disclaimer
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Eligibility criteria apply. Cire Services Inc. recognises qualifications issued by other RTOs.
We encourage individuals with disabilities to access government-subsidised training.
