CHCSS00129 Individual support – Ageing Skill Set

Course Overview

The CHCSS00129 Individual Support – Ageing Skill Set is a nationally recognised training program designed for experienced care and support workers who want to strengthen their skills in person-centred support for older people.

The skill set develops practical skills for supporting older people in residential aged care, home care and community settings, including dementia support, palliative care, independence, dignity and personalised care.

What is CHCSS00129?

This skill set is designed for individuals who already hold a Certificate III or higher qualification in Community Services, Health or a related field and want to further develop their aged care expertise.

Training focuses on providing respectful, individualised support that promotes independence, choice, wellbeing and quality of life, while responding appropriately to changing care needs.

Upon successful completion, students will receive a statement of attainment.

What You’ll Learn

You will develop skills to:

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

Who Should Enrol?

This skill set is suitable for:

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

Career Benefits

Completing CHCSS00129 can help you:

• Expand your aged care knowledge and skills.
• Increase confidence supporting older people.
• Enhance your professional development.
• Improve employment opportunities in aged care.
• Develop specialist dementia and palliative care skills.
• Deliver higher-quality, person-centred support.