CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set

Course Overview

Build Your Career with the CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set

CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set is a nationally recognised training program designed for individuals who want to strengthen their skills in providing person-centred support to older people. This skill set equips care workers with the practical knowledge and confidence to support ageing clients in residential aged care, home care, and community settings while working within an established individualised care plan. It includes training in dementia support, palliative care, empowering older people, and delivering personalised care.

As Australia’s ageing population continues to grow, qualified support workers are increasingly in demand. Completing the CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set can help you expand your professional skills, improve the quality of care you provide, and increase your employment opportunities within the aged care sector.

What is CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set?

The CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set provides specialised training for workers who already hold a Certificate III or higher qualification in Community Services, Health, or a related field and wish to further develop their expertise in supporting older people.

This nationally recognised skill set focuses on delivering person-centred care that respects individual preferences, promotes independence, and supports the physical, emotional, and social wellbeing of older Australians. It also develops the skills required to respond to changing care needs while maintaining dignity and quality of life.

What You’ll Learn

During the CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set, you’ll develop practical skills to:

• Deliver person-centred support to older people.
• Assist individuals living with dementia.
• Promote independence, dignity, and choice.
• Support clients receiving palliative and end-of-life care.
• Develop individualised support strategies.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Identify changing care needs and report concerns appropriately.
• Follow workplace health, safety, and infection control procedures.
• Work within legal and ethical guidelines.

Who Should Enrol?

The CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set is ideal for:

• Personal Care Assistants (PCAs)
• Aged Care Workers
• Community Care Workers
• Home Care Support Workers
• Disability Support Workers expanding into aged care
• Existing support workers seeking advanced ageing support skills

This skill set is intended for individuals who already hold a Certificate III or higher qualification in Community Services, Health, or a related field.

Career Benefits

Completing the CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set can help you:

• Expand your aged care knowledge.
• Improve confidence when supporting older people.
• Enhance your professional development.
• Increase your employability in the aged care sector.
• Build specialist skills in dementia and palliative care.
• Deliver higher-quality person-centred support.

Why Choose CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set?

The CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set focuses on practical workplace skills that align with current aged care industry standards. Learners develop the confidence to provide compassionate, respectful, and individualised support while meeting the needs of older Australians.

The training is suitable for workers wanting to broaden their skills without completing a full qualification and provides credit towards relevant qualifications within the Community Services Training Package.

Career Outcomes

This qualification may lead to the following career opportunities.

• Residential Aged Care Facilities
• Home Care Services
• Community Care Organisations
• Retirement Living Communities
• Dementia Care Units
• Palliative Care Services
• Government and Non-Government Care Providers