Certificate IV in Ageing Support

Certificate IV in Ageing Support (CHC43015 – AQF)

Delivered in Sri Lanka by REC Campus | Awarded by Alana Kaye College, Australia

Program Overview

The Certificate IV in Ageing Support (CHC43015) is an Australian vocational qualification delivered in Sri Lanka through REC Campus in partnership with Alana Kaye College, Australia (RTO). The program is designed to prepare students for employment in the aged care sector through a combination of online learning, practical training, workplace exposure, and competency-based assessment.

Key Highlights

Australian qualification awarded by Alana Kaye College, Australia.
Delivered locally in Sri Lanka through REC Campus.
Students receive both the Australian qualification and NVQ Level 4 equivalency certification upon successful completion.
Practical and skills-based learning approach.
No traditional written examinations.
Industry-focused training with workplace exposure.
Suitable for school leavers, caregivers, healthcare workers, and career changers.
Minimum age requirement: 16 years and above.

Entry Requirements

No specific academic stream required.
Recommended minimum qualification: G.C.E. O/L.
Ability to communicate in English.
Passion for supporting and caring for older people.

Course Structure

Duration: Minimum 06 Months

Online lectures delivered by Australian trainers through the I-MS learning platform.
Practical training conducted at REC Campus Skills & Simulation Lab.
Practical sessions conducted two days per month (Sundays).
Workplace-based learning opportunities integrated throughout the program.

Practical Training

Students are required to complete 120 hours of practical placement.
Training opportunities may include:
• Grand Leisure Care & Wellness
• Aged Care Homes
• KDU Hospital Training
• Mental Health Care Rehabilitation Centres

Students gain hands-on experience in:
• Personal care assistance
• Dementia support
• Person-centred care
• Communication and client support
• Supporting independence and wellbeing
• Professional workplace practices

Assessment Method

Assessment is competency-based and includes:
• Assignments
• Practical simulations
• Workplace activities
• Portfolio evidence
• Trainer observations

Results are awarded as:
• Competent (C)
• Not Yet Competent (NYC)

Career Opportunities

Graduates may pursue roles including:
• Aged Care Worker
• Personal Care Worker
• Residential Care Worker
• Residential Care Officer
• Community Support Worker
• Accommodation Support Worker
• Care Supervisor
• Care Team Leader
• Community Program Coordinator

Australian Employment Pathway Information

Aged care remains a high-demand employment sector in Australia.
The qualification includes structured practical experience that supports graduate employability.
Graduates may explore employer-sponsored work opportunities subject to Australian Government regulations and employer requirements.
Information regarding migration pathways, employer sponsorship, skills assessment, and visa processes is provided separately through webinars and seminars conducted by REC Campus.
Eligibility for work visas, skills assessments, sponsorship, and permanent residency is determined by the relevant Australian authorities and regulations applicable at the time of application.