OVERVIEW
SMP Training Centre is a Registered Training Organisation which
allows us to conduct nationally recognised training courses.
This certificate offers students a holistic approach to caring
for the Older People within our community. With exceptional
industry support and high job outcomes, this certificate offers
students a supportive learning environment and unique opportunities
to develop the physical, mental and emotional skills associated
with this industry.
Students may elect to complete the certificate full-time (as discussed with
the Training Manager, including a field placement of up to
3 weeks in total), part time over a negotiated timeframe (including
the required field placement) or by distance delivery (see
below). Classes are held monday - thursday from 9:30am to
3:00pm at our training centre.
DISTANCE DELIVERY OPTION
If you are unable to attend in house training, you may choose
to complete the certificate by distance or self-paced learning.
This mode of study involves completing workbooks in your own
time. Please note that a work placement and Manual Handling
assessment may be necessary. Course duration is flexible however,
we request that students complete course requirements within
6 months of enrolling. Support for students undertaking this
mode of study will be via email, telephone, normal mail or
by pre arranged one on one sessions.
HOW TO ENROL
If you would like to apply to undertake this certificate,
request an Enrolment Pack. Alternatively, you can come into
our training centre to complete an application if you wish
and pay the deposit, it would be great to meet you prior to
the commencement of your training.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Students wishing to register for this course need to:
• Be willing to participate in workplace experience (un-paid)
up to 3 weeks
• Have reading and writing skills to at least year 10 level
• Be committed to learning
• Have the maturity to ask for help when necessary
• Have a genuine respect for all people, including yourself
• Have a desire to provide direct care to elderly people
CERTIFICATE FEES
Course Cost $2500.00
To secure your place a deposit of $500.00 must be paid prior
to commencement. Payment may be made in two separate payments
or you can take advantage of our payment plan. If you wish
to take the payment plan option, please complete the application
enclosed in this package. For details of the plan, read the
application form. Other payment options may be negotiated
with the CEO of SMP Training Centre. All fees must be finalised
prior to the student undertaking their field placement or
receiving their certificate. Payments options available are:
cash, cheque/money order, EFTPOS or credit card (Visa, MasterCard).
INDUSTRY REQUIREMENTS
To satisfy documentation and communication requirements, a
minimum of Year 10 literacy and numeracy skills need to be
demonstrated.
A Police Clearance needs to be obtained prior to work placement
at the cost of the student (please be aware this process can
take up to 6 weeks). This can be obtained by completing an
application form at your local police station.
A Senior First Aid Certificate is required prior to commencing
work placement. If you hold a current certificate, a copy
must be submitted with your application and the original must
be sighted by the Trainer to ensure currency.
This certificate requires competency to be shown in Manual
Handling. If you have recently been assessed for this skill,
you will be required to provide evidence to support this.
NO. OF UNITS
Number of units required to complete this certificate total
14 (11 Compulsory units, 3 elective units). Recognition of
Prior Learning is available for some units and this can be
discussed further at your pre enrolment interview. A fee of
$150.00 applies.
DELIVERY STRATEGY
The preferred method of delivery is internal full time mode;
however, flexible delivery options are available. Further
information about other options can be obtained from our Trainers.
Thank you again for your enquiry and please do not hesitate
to contact us on (08) 8410 7020.
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