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Undergraduate Certificate in Aged Care Support

Approved Abbreviation: UGCAgedCareSupport

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Western Sydney University Course Code: 7173.2

AQF Level: 5

Students should follow the course structure for the course version relevant to the year they commenced. This version applies to students whose commencement year in this course is 2021 or later.

For Commencement Year 2020, please refer to: 7173.1 - Undergraduate Certificate in Aged Care Support

The Undergraduate Certificate in Aged Care Support provides an introduction to the health sciences, focusing on the aged care sector. Aged care is the support provided to older people in their own home or in an aged care facility. It can include assistance with everyday living, health care, accommodation and equipment such as walking frames or ramps. Aged care plays a vital role in society, in ensuring the provision of both skilled and custodial care as well as ensuring dedicated care and assistance with their daily activities to improve quality of life.

Study Mode
Six months full-time

Admission

This short course is available to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents who are aged 17 years or over.

For more information on applying please see the link to The College admission pages below.

https://www.westernsydney.edu.au/thecollege/how_to_apply

Course Structure

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 40 credit points including the units listed below.

500054

Professional Competencies in Health (UG Cert)

500055

Communication in Health (UG Cert)

500060

Introduction to Leisure and Recreation Theory (UG Cert)

500061

Professional Practice in Aged Care and Disability (UG Cert)