Full Qualifications

DISABILITY SUPPORT

This is an opportunity for people currently working in the disability industry to upskill and those who wish to kick-start their career in the disability industry. This short course provides skills and knowledge required to work as a support worker within the Community. Successful completion of the units can also be used to lead you into the full qualification CHC33015 Certificate lll in Individual Support (Disability). Tue, 11 Oct – 6 Dec 2022 l 9 am- 4 pm Byron | Full Fee: $400 *Ace Program Fee: $0 (additional resource fee $100 for all enrolments) see p. 4

HLT42015 CERTIFICATE IV IN MASSAGE THERAPY

Passionate about helping others? Interested in how the body works? A career in massage can be incredibly rewarding and provide you with a flexible work/ life balance. During this nationally recognised training you will receive a wealth of theoretical knowledge covering anatomy, physiology, communication, and business skills. You will also gain invaluable practical experience in therapeutic massage techniques through our in-house student massage clinic. Upon course completion you will be ready to start your career as a massage therapist in a wide range of settings such as a private massage practice, spa/salon, sports or aged care facility. Tue & Wed (Plus Monday clinics for Term 2) 31 Jan - 20 Sep 2023 | 9 am - 4 pm

CHC42015 - CERTIFICATE IV IN COMMUNITY SERVICES

Have you always wanted to make a difference and have a positive impact on others? A career in community services can be challenging at times, but also incredibly rewarding and provide you with the opportunity to support communities, groups and individuals in a wide range of settings. Guided by our highly skilled industry current trainers, you will develop the personal and professional skills required to start your career as a community services worker. This nationally recognised course includes work placement. Tue, Wed & Thu, 7 Feb – 29 Jun 2023 l 9 am – 4 pm

CHC33015 - CERTIFICATE III IN INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT (AGEING / DISABILITY)

Want to make a real difference in the lives of the ageing and those living with a disability? A career in Individual Support can mean working within a secure and flexible employment environment. With an increasing ageing population and the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), there is no better time to get involved and learn how you can support people in your community. This nationally recognised course includes work placement, where you practice and hone your skills and knowledge in the sector of your choosing. You can specialise in aged care or disability, or increase your job opportunities and do both! Dates to be confirmed

Student Story: Cert III Individual Support - Aged Care (2021)

My interest in caring for others started with my family. I have a brother with autism and a sister with brain damage. Seeing my siblings go through primary school, and the way society is not structured for them, has been a massive part of my life. I always wanted to help make the world a better place for them. My mum (a support worker who was also a teacher’s aide) suggested this course while I was thinking about what to do after high school. Originally I thought about primary school teaching, but realised I had much more interest in a carers role, helping people live a better life.

While some think this job is simply about taking people to do their shopping, it’s much bigger than that, which is really rewarding for everyone. We don’t prioritise time with elderly people but they have so much to offer, even far into dementia. The connection we make and what they talk about enrich my life because there is so much knowledge there and I love working with our five residents sharing a beautiful home environment.

I loved studying at the College, which was much different to school. The course is only two days a week over six months so it’s not long in the scheme of things. I had the rest of the week to work and reflect on what I’d learnt at the beautiful Mullumbimby campus just a minute from the centre of town.

Hands-on teaching meant the classes was very real. During first aid, learning what to do if someone has a seizure was challenging at first but when I was faced with this at work, I was able to centre myself and do exactly what was needed. One of my favourite things was that the teachers actually work in the field. It’s not just some course you do online. There is lots of connection with the tutors who teach curriculum and what they know we need to do on the job every day.

If anyone is thinking about studying Individual Support at the College, just do it. It’s a great career option that’s also an excellent pathway into many other industries like nursing, mental health, or even just figuring out what you want to do.

In the future I aim to work with younger people living with disabilities and am thinking about training in music therapy, which has had some amazing results. One day, a resident who typically only says a few words, started singing, dancing and clapping during music therapy. There are so many stories like this and this is the change I want to be a part of.