About The Course

This qualification reflects the role of individuals working in community, home, or residential care settings, where they provide person-centered support under supervision and as part of a multidisciplinary team. They follow individualised plans to assist people who may need support due to aging, disability, or other factors.

These individuals are accountable for their own work within the scope of their role and responsibilities. They possess a range of practical, technical, and procedural knowledge, along with some theoretical understanding of the concepts and practices necessary for delivering person-centered support. The skills gained through this qualification must be applied in compliance with relevant Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards, and industry codes of practice.

To complete this qualification, candidates must have completed a minimum of 120 hours of work as outlined in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.

To apply for the Certificate III in Individual Support at Montford International College, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Be at least 18 years of age.

• Have completed Year 11 or equivalent.
• Complete an online application form.
• Have an IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
  • The student has successfully completed a foundation course in Australia.
  • The student has successfully completed at least 6 months of a Certificate IV level course at an Australian RTO.
  • The student has been educated in an English-speaking country for at least 5 years.
  • Successful completion of an LLND (Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital) test.
• Participate in activities to assess suitability for the course and student needs, as required.

*Note: Other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL may be accepted, provided the results are equivalent to an IELTS 6.0. Montford International College offers the VET English Placement Test for prospective international students from Assessment level 1 and 2 countries. The test evaluates intermediate-level writing, grammar and reading skills. These assessments are free of charge and must be taken prior to commencing your studies. Your authorised Montford International College Education Agent will oversee the testing process. Please be aware that test results cannot be used as official evidence of language proficiency.

Course-Specific Entry Requirements: Students are required to have satisfactorily completed a minimum of six months of study in Australia in a field with some relevance to this course. Relevance will be determined on a case-by-case basis, taking into account previous study, current work experience, and other related factors

Additionally, a pre-enrolment assessment will be conducted to evaluate the applicant’s current skills, LLND abilities, vocational experience, course expectations, and any support needs

The learner must also provide prior to commencement of Work Placement allocation for the following:

• Provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance / Australian Federal Police Clearance Certificate (AFP) / NCC.
• Provide a Working with Children Check.

This qualification will be delivered over 26 weeks in total and 4 weeks dedicated to placement for a total of 120 hours of work placement.

This qualification is delivered through Classroom Blended Learning, combining classroom sessions, self-study, work placements, and assessments, both at home and in a simulated workplace environment.

The Delivery site includes

Building AB Ground Floor 61 Riggall Street, Broadmeadows VIC 3047 

Upon completing this course, students may choose to further their studies with the CHC43021 Certificate IV in Disability or explore other related community services qualifications.

Graduates may pursue various employment opportunities, including roles such as Senior Personal Care Assistant, Care Assistant, Accommodation Support Worker, Residential Support Worker, Community House Worker, Residential Care Worker, Care Worker, Client Assistant, Care Service Employee, Planned Activity Assistant, and Residential Aide

International students are required to maintain satisfactory progress in their course to comply with visa conditions. More information is available in the International Student Handbook, which also details the support provided to international students.

After a student’s enrolment application is accepted, they will receive a Letter of Offer, a Written Agreement, and a Tax Invoice for any outstanding fees. It is important for students to carefully review all of the provided materials, as they contain essential details regarding the course.

Once the signed acceptance of the offer and the written agreement are returned, a Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) letter will be issued.

The first day of each course will include an Orientation and Induction session. This will provide valuable information on topics such as the campus facilities, living in Australia, how to access available support services, and strategies for succeeding in the course, including maintaining satisfactory academic progress.

Please ensure that you also refer to the Montford International College Student Handbook, as this course outline should be read alongside it.

Montford International College provides learning and welfare support to ensure a positive and successful learning environment for all students. These support arrangements are outlined in the Student Handbook, which is provided to students during orientation. Students' progress is regularly monitored throughout the course as part of our Course Progress and Attendance Policy and Procedures.

The following facilities, equipment, and resources will be used to deliver and assess this qualification:

• Training rooms equipped with desks, chairs, and whiteboards
• Internet facility
• Learning and assessment materials as specified in this TAS.

Assessment will be conducted using a variety of methods, such as projects, role-plays, case studies, and short-answer questions.

The assessment conditions will simulate a real workplace environment.

Assessment tasks will:

• Reflect tasks commonly performed in the workplace.
• Be completed within industry-standard timeframes as determined by the assessors for each task.
• Be evaluated based on criteria that align with the quality of work expected in the industry.
• Meet relevant industry safety standards.
• Involve the use of authentic workplace documentation.
• Require collaboration with others as part of a team.
• Require students to plan and manage competing work tasks.
• Involve using standard workplace equipment, including computers and software.
• Ensure students account for workplace constraints like time and budget limitations.

Students may apply for recognition of their existing qualifications, skills, knowledge, and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning). Awarding course credit may impact course fees and the duration of the course

This process is detailed in the Montford International College Course Credit Policy and Procedures. 

To apply for this course, applicants must complete the online application form available on the MIC website or provided by the College. Once completed, the form along with all required documents should be submitted to us. For further details about the enrolment and selection process, please contact us at enrolment@montford.edu.au or call +61 3 7048 4870.