CHCH43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support
The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support is a nationally recognised qualification designed for experienced
support workers seeking to advance their skills and take on greater responsibility in aged care settings.
This course prepares you to deliver specialised, person-centred support to older people with complex needs while
working autonomously and, where required, providing leadership within a team. Training and assessment are
delivered in accordance with the 2025 Standards for Registered Training Organisations and the requirements of the
Community Services Training Package.
What You Will Learn
You will develop advanced competencies in:
- Coordinating and delivering person-centred care
- Supporting individuals with complex needs, including dementia
- Implementing and monitoring individualised care plans
- Leading and supporting team members
- Managing risk, infection control, and workplace safety
- Working legally and ethically within aged care frameworks
- Facilitating empowerment, independence, and wellbeing
Training includes structured practical learning and mandatory workplace placement to ensure competency is
demonstrated to industry standard.
What You Will Gain
Upon successful completion, you will receive:
- A nationally recognised qualification (CHC43015)
- Advanced practical skills aligned with current aged care industry expectations
- Leadership and coordination capabilities
- Enhanced employment and career progression opportunities
Career Outcomes
Graduates may work in roles such as:
- Senior Personal Care Assistant
- Aged Care Team Leader
- Care Coordinator
- Support Supervisor
Employment opportunities exist in residential aged care, home and community care, and specialised support
services.
Mode of Delivery:
Classroom and in the Workplace
Course Duration:
52 Weeks (including 12 Weeks of holidays)
Course Fees:
$6500
Work placement
120 hours
Course structure
Core units
CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients Core
CHCAGE001 Facilitate the empowerment of older people Core
CHCAGE003 Coordinate services for older people Core
CHCAGE004 Implement interventions with older people at risk Core
CHCAGE005 Provide support to people living with dementia Core
CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery Core
CHCCCS011 Meet personal support needs Core
CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing Core
CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families Core
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance Core
CHCPAL001 Deliver care services using a palliative approach Core
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships Core
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems Core
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care Core
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people Core
Elective units:
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid Elective- Entry Requirement
HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication Elective
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety Elective