CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support
For Domestic Students
WMIT | RTO No: 45639
Course Overview
The Certificate IV in Ageing Support Melbourne (CHC43015 Melbourne) at WMIT is a nationally recognised AQF Level 4 qualification that prepares you for specialised leadership and support roles across Australia’s aged care sector. Designed for domestic students, including Australian citizens, permanent residents and eligible New Zealand citizens, this aged care course in Melbourne is delivered in a blended mode combining online learning with face-to-face training at WMIT’s campus at Level 10, 474 Flinders St, Melbourne CBD, and can be completed in 6 to 12 months. Whether you are beginning your aged care career or advancing from a Certificate III in Individual Support, this qualification equips you with the advanced skills and professional knowledge needed to work confidently across residential aged care, home care, and community-based environments throughout Victoria and Australia.
This Certificate IV in Ageing Support Melbourne reflects the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged services, taking responsibility for their own outputs within defined organisational guidelines while maintaining quality service delivery through the development, facilitation, and review of individualised service planning. Across 18 units (15 core + 3 electives), students develop competencies in dementia care, palliative approach to care, implementing interventions with older people at risk, coordinating services, supporting independence and wellbeing, working with diverse people, and managing legal and ethical compliance. These are the exact skills employers look for when hiring graduates of a Certificate IV in Ageing Support program across Melbourne.
A mandatory minimum 120-hour supervised work placement in a regulated Australian aged care service is embedded in the programme. WMIT organises placement in approved Melbourne aged care facilities, with WMIT trainer/assessors conducting regular site visits throughout the placement period. Students complete a vocational logbook during placement and are assessed against real workplace standards, ensuring graduates of this CHC43015 Melbourne qualification enter the workforce as job-ready aged care professionals recognised by employers across Victoria. The blended delivery model lets you complete theory components online and attend face-to-face sessions for practical training and assessment, making it easier to balance study with work and family commitments.
Australia is facing a critical shortage of aged care workers, with demand projected to require over 400,000 additional aged care professionals by 2050 according to the Australian Department of Health. This makes the Certificate IV in Ageing Support Melbourne a career-relevant choice for anyone looking for stable, meaningful work in a growing industry. Whether you are starting a new career, upgrading from a Certificate III, or moving into aged care from another field, this qualification opens doors to roles such as senior support worker, care coordinator and team leader. Graduates can also progress to the Diploma of Community Services, also offered at WMIT, further strengthening their qualification profile and career prospects. If you are searching for a trusted aged care course in Melbourne for domestic students, WMIT provides the structured support, practical placement and nationally recognised qualification you need to build your aged care career in Australia.
Program Overview
Entry Requirements
- Whilst there are no entry requirements stipulated in the training package, WMIT requires its participants to meet the following criteria:
- 18 years or older at commencement of course
- Completion Australian Year 11 or equivalent
- Additional Requirements:
- The student must have basic computer skills to use word processing software like Microsoft Word and using internet effectively for research.
- WMIT will conduct LLN assessment of the student at the time of orientation to identify the support required by the students. This support will enable students to complete qualification successfully in required time.
The CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support is listed on the Australian Training Register (training.gov.au) as a nationally recognised AQF Level 4 qualification. Aged care quality standards in Australia are regulated by the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission. Students commencing placement are required to obtain a National Police Clearance — information is available through the Australian Federal Police — National Police Check. International students can find current Student Visa requirements at the Department of Home Affairs — Student Visa (Subclass 500).
Career Pathways & Education Pathways
- Once you have successfully completed the CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support you can apply for jobs within the Aged Care industry, which may include:
- Personal Care Worker
- Aged Care Activity Worker
- Care Service Team Leader
- Care Supervisor (Aged Care)
- The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:
- Diploma of Community Services OR
- Diploma of Nursing OR
- Any other relevant qualification at Diploma level
The completed the CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support requires the completion of the following 18 units (including 15 core and 3 electives).
Course Credit
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WMIT can grant you credit towards your course for units of competency that you have already completed with another RTO or authorised issuing organisation.
We can also grant you Credit for subjects or units you have completed where equivalence can be established between the unit in your course, and the subject or unit you have completed. - There is no charge to apply for Credit. To apply, fill in the Credit Application Form and submit it as part of your enrolment.
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*Please refer to your Student Handbook for more information on Course Credit.
As an international student you should note that where you are granted credit this will reduce your course duration and you will be informed of this in writing.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where skills and knowledge that you have gained through work and life experience and other unrecognised training can be formally recognised.
WMIT has a process that has been structured to minimise the time and cost to applicants and provides a supportive approach to students wishing to take up this option. You should ideally apply for RPL at the time of enrolment but you may also apply up to 2 weeks into your course. - During the entry process and interview stage WMIT will discuss with you the process and options for RPL. Suitability is often determined on how much experience you have in a certain area, your work history and previous training. If RPL is determined as a possibility for you, you will be provided with a kit that will guide you in working through each unit to determine relevant skills and experience and identify whether you would be able to provide the required evidence. A trainer/assessor will be available to assist you throughout this process.
- *Please refer to your Student Handbook for more information on RPL. As an international student you should note that where you are granted RPL this will reduce your course duration and you will be informed of this in writing.
Training & Placement Arrangements
Training Arrangements
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Class sessions are planned to ensure that student have a mixture of practical and theoretical components and those classes cater for a wide variety of learning styles.
Additionally, workplace practices and environments will be regularly simulated and used to conduct skills based assessments in accordance with unit requirements.
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WMIT organises face to face training of 20 hours per week, all the international student must attend the classes to comply with student visa conditions.
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Homework tasks may include research, readings from related textbooks and continuing to work on assessment tasks.
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Students are provided with the Learner Guides for each unit to students to support their learning (these are included in the course fees).
Additionally, workplace practices and environments will be regularly simulated and used to conduct skills based assessments in accordance with unit requirements.
Placement Arrangements
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Students are required to complete a minimum 120 hours of work placement in a regulated Aged Care Centre for successful completion of the course.
This work placement is only to be conducted in the Aged Care Centre that has entered into a work placement agreement with WMIT.
WMIT will organise workplaces for its students to complete work placement requirement.
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Work Placement is an important component of the qualification that provide students with the opportunity to apply skills and knowledge in an aged care setting.
Students will complete the work placement assessment tasks as required by vocational log book.
Students will be supervised by the workplace supervisor and WMIT trainer/assessor will conduct regular visit to assess student.
This work placement is only to be conducted in the Aged Care Centre that has entered into a work placement agreement with WMIT.
WMIT will organise workplaces for its students to complete work placement requirement.
Students will complete the work placement assessment tasks as required by vocational log book.
Students will be supervised by the workplace supervisor and WMIT trainer/assessor will conduct regular visit to assess student.
Additional Support & Assessment Arrangements
Additional Support
All students will complete a language literacy and numeracy assessment at orientation to determine their learning support needs. All students will be provided with a range of learning support options and resources to help you achieve competency. Where additional support needs have been identified an Individual Support Plan will be developed which may include:
Provision of additional support services will be provided where necessary to enable students to participate in the same way as any other person regardless of whether support services have been required.
Assessment Arrangement
There are a variety of assessment methods used for this qualification including:
Course Details
Delivery Mode
This course will be delivered in a blended format, combining online and face-to-face training.
Delivery Location
Level 10, 474 Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000
AQF Level - V
Duration 6 - 12 Months
Payment Plan
- Total Tuition Fees: $3250
- Non-refundable enrolment deposit (prior to commencement) – $250
- Unless otherwise specified, tuition fees include all the training and assessment as well as required resources and textbooks for students to achieve the qualification.
Additional charges apply if students require
- Additional copies of a student’s qualification/record of results and/or statement of attainment: $50 per document applies, and $70 if express post is required.
- Printing costs as may be required to complete assessments. Students may print and copy on campus for a cost of 15c per page, however they may also use other printing facilities.
RPL Costs
- Application Fee – $250
- Charge per unit of competency – $400
- Nationally Recognised Training does not incur GST.
- Students will only be eligible to receive their qualification if fees have been paid in full and all course requirements have been met.
- *Please refer to your Student Handbook for our Fees and Refunds Policy.
Other costs (not included) to be aware of
- Please refer to the student handbook for guidance in relation to budgeting and planning.
- USB drives that students are required to use to submit their assessments. Students may bring their own or purchase nearby.
- Notebooks/pens/laptops* or other general stationery required for students to complete their work.
- *A note about computers: Many homework and assessment tasks require access to a computer and the internet; therefore, it is recommended that students bring or purchase a laptop if possible.
Inclusions
- Unless otherwise specified, tuition fees include all training and assessment as well as required resources and textbooks necessary for students to achieve the qualification or course in which they are enrolling.
- If students don’t have their own, they can use nearby public facilities, which are listed in the Student Handbook for their convenience. It is optional for students to bring a laptop to class; some students may choose to do so to keep their notes organised, but where a computer is required for class activities, the trainer/assessor will arrange to book the college computers for class sessions.
Enquire About This Course
- If you need more certainty before lodging an application, our admissions staff is available to help. We can answer questions about eligibility, study duration or upcoming start dates so you can assess how the Certificate IV in Ageing Support fits your goals.
- Prepared to move ahead? Apply now to secure your slot.