Accredited Courses

22302VIC Certificate I in Work Education

What does this course involve?
Certificate I in Work Education is designed specifically for people who have a permanent cognitive impairment / intellectual disability.  It is aimed at developing the core practical skills and knowledge to prepare you to gain and maintain meaningful employment.

These skills include:

• social and communication skills
• career planning
• numeracy and  literacy  skills
• job searching, resume writing and interviewing skills
• on the job work experience.

What are the entry requirements for this course?
There are no pre-requisites for this course but the following will be taken into consideration:

• age-appropriate behaviors
• independent travel to the training venue
• motivation to undertake and complete the certificate
• the ability to take part in all certificate activities.

How is the training funded?
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (eligibility criteria apply) or through Fee-for-Service arrangements.

What further study options will I have?
Once you have finished this course you may wish to consider other Certificate I level courses or a Certificate II level course in a specific industry such as horticulture.

How long is this course?
Certificate I in Work Education takes up to 18 months to complete.  It is delivered 2 days per week and includes a number of work experience placements across different industry sectors. Work placement is a major and integral part of this program

How will I be assessed?  
Assessments  can include:
Observation         Practical demonstrations        Role plays      Presentations    Short-answer questions

Will my previous experience or study count?
You may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Credit Transfer (CT).  These will be discussed with you before you enroll.

SAMPLE PLAN

What will the course cost?

This will depend upon your eligibility for government subsidised training and your eligibility for concession. An amenities fee also applies to this course. Please refer to the fees and charges section on Brite's website for further details.

Access and Inclusion

Brite Institute is committed to delivering services in a non-discriminatory manner with respect to age, gender, culture, religion and disability and encourages fair access to services for people of underrepresented groups.  A full copy of the Brite Institute Access and Equity Policy is available upon request and is displayed at the Northcote site.  Full disability access is available at both training sites and people with a disability are encouraged to participate in both accredited and pre-accredited training programs.

Contact Details for Brite Institute (TOID: 3834)

CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services

What does this course involve?
This qualification may be used as a pathway for workforce entry as community services workers who provide a first point of contact and assist individuals in meeting their immediate needs.

At this level, work takes place under direct, regular supervision within clearly defined guidelines.

Certificate II in Community Services contains 9 units of competency.  Five units are core, four units are elective.  To obtain this qualification you must successfully complete all 9 units.

What are the entry requirements for this course?
There are no prerequisites for this course but to undertake this course at Brite institute you will need to successfully complete a pre-training review.

If undertaking this course as a trainee you will need to be working a minimum of 13 hours per week.

What employment opportunities will I have once I have my certificate?
Certificate II in Community Services may provide you with employment opportunities or a pathway to roles such as:

• Personal Care Assistant (by completing a traineeship or further study)
• Laundry assistant
• Home Helper
• Domestic assistant

Is this a nationally recognised course?
Yes, this course is Nationally Recognised

How is the training funded?
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (eligibility criteria apply) or through Fee-for-Service arrangements.

What further study options will I have?
Once you have finished your course you may wish to consider Certificate III in Individual Support as a general qualification or by choosing to focus on the personal care, disability or home and community care streams.

How long is the course?
Certificate II in Community Services usually takes 3 months to complete and is delivered via a weekly classroom training timetable. On average an additional 2 hours of work per week is required to complete assessments.

How will I be assessed?
Your assessments can include:

• Question/answers
• Case studies
• Workplace documents
• Practical demonstrations
• Third Party Report from your workplace supervisor (if completing a traineeship)

Will my previous experience or study count?
Brite Institute recognises qualifications and Statements of Attainment from other RTOs. You will be granted Credit Transfer (CT) for units that can be included in a Certificate II in Community Services that you have previously successfully completed through another RTO. You will also have the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

What will the course cost?
You will pay fees for tuition, amenities and resources.

Each student's fees are calculated separately and based on their nominal hours of enrolment, and whether or not government subsidies apply. Please refer to the fees and charges section on Brite's website for further details.

Access and Inclusion

Brite Institute is committed to delivering services in a non-discriminatory manner with respect to age, gender, culture, religion and disability and encourages fair access to services for people of underrepresented groups.  A full copy of the Brite Institute Access and Equity Policy is available upon request and is displayed at the Northcote site.  Full disability access is available at both training sites and people with a disability are encouraged to participate in both accredited and pre-accredited training programs.

Contact Details for Brite Institute (TOID: 3834)

CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support

What does this course involve?
This qualification reflects the role of workers in the community and/or residential setting who follow an individualised plan to provide person-centred support to people who may require support due to ageing, disability or some other reason. Work involves using discretion and judgement in relation to individual support as well as taking responsibility for own outputs. Workers have a range of factual, technical and procedural knowledge, as well as some theoretical knowledge of the concepts and practices required to provide person-centred support.

Certificate III in Individual Support contains 13 units of competency.  Seven units are core, 6 units are elective.  To obtain this qualification at Brite Institute you must successfully complete all 13 units and 150 hours of relevant industry practice (or 120 hours if you are working in industry).

What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course has no pre-requisites, however to undertake this course at Brite institute you will need to successfully complete a pre‑training review and be prepared to undertake 150 hour practical placement (or 120 hours of placement if you are working in industry). A police record check will be required for students to be placed in an industry practical placement.
If you are undertaking this course as a trainee you will need to be working a minimum of 13 hours per week,

What employment opportunities will I have once I have my certificate?
Certificate III in Individual Support may provide you with employment opportunities as a:

• Personal Care Worker or Assistant
• Community Care/Home Care Worker
• Respite Worker or Carer
• Disability Support Worker

Is this a nationally recognised course?
Yes, this course is Nationally Recognised

How is the training funded?
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (eligibility criteria apply) or through Fee-for-Service arrangements.

What further study options will I have?
Once you have finished your course you may wish to consider other community services qualifications such as Certificate IV in Ageing Support, Disability or Leisure and Health, or diplomas in nursing

How long is the course?
Certificate III in Individual Support takes approximately 6 months to complete and is delivered via a weekly classroom training timetable. On average an additional 5 hours of work per week is required to complete assessments.

How will I be assessed?
Your assessments can include:

Will my previous experience or study count?
Brite Institute recognises qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other RTOs. You will be granted Credit Transfer (CT) for units that can be included in a Certificate III in Individual Support that you have previously successfully completed through another RTO. You can also apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). 

Certificate III in Individual Support – Sample Training Plan

What fees will I pay for my course?
You will pay fees for tuition, amenities and resources.
Each student's fees are calculated separately and based on the nominal hours of the units chosen, and whether or not government subsidies apply. Please refer to the fees and charges section on Brite's website for further details.

Access and Inclusion

Brite Institute is committed to delivering services in a non-discriminatory manner with respect to age, gender, culture, religion and disability and encourages fair access to services for people of underrepresented groups.  A full copy of the Brite Institute Access and Equity Policy is available upon request and is displayed at the Northcote site.  Full disability access is available at both training sites and people with a disability are encouraged to participate in both accredited and pre-accredited training programs.

Contact Details for Brite Institute (TOID: 3834)

CHC43015 Certificate IV in Ageing Support

What does this course involve?
This qualification reflects the role of support workers who complete specialised tasks and functions in aged services; either in residential, home or community based environments. Workers will take responsibility for their own outputs within defined organisation guidelines and maintain quality service delivery through the development, facilitation and review of individualised service planning and delivery.
Workers may be required to demonstrate leadership and have limited responsibility for the organisation and the quantity and quality of outputs of others within limited parameters.

Certificate IV in Ageing Support contains 18 units of competency.   Fifteen units are core, three units are elective.  To obtain this qualification you must successfully complete all 18 units and 150 hour industry placement (or 120 hours of placement if you are working in industry).

What are the entry requirements for this course?

There are no prerequisites for this course but to undertake this course at Brite institute you will need to successfully complete a pre-training review and be prepared to undertake a minimum 150 hours practical placement (or 120 hours of placement if you are working in industry).. Police record checks will be required for practical placements.

If undertaking this course as a trainee you will need to be working a minimum of 13 hours per week.

What employment opportunities will I have once I have my certificate?
Certificate IV in Ageing Support may provide you with employment opportunities as a:

• Personal Care Worker
• Assistant hostel supervisor
• Care supervisor
• Care team leader
• Program coordinator – social programs

Is this a nationally recognised course?
Yes, this course is Nationally Recognised

How is the training funded?
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (eligibility criteria apply) or through Fee-for-Service arrangements.

What further study options will I have?
Once you have finished your course you may wish to consider other community services qualifications such as Certificate IV in Community Services, Disability, Leisure and Health or diplomas in nursing.

How long is the course?
Certificate IV in Aging Support usually takes 15 months to complete and is delivered via a fortnightly classroom training timetable. On average an additional 5 hours of work per week is required to complete assessments.

How will I be assessed?
Your assessments can include:

Will my previous experience or study count?
Brite Institute recognises qualifications and Statements of Attainment from other RTOs. You will be granted Credit Transfer (CT) for units that can be included in a Certificate IV in Aging Support that you have previously successfully completed through another RTO. You will also have the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Certificate IV in Ageing Support - Sample Training Plan

What fees will I pay for my course?
You will pay fees for tuition, amenities and resources.
Each student's fees are calculated separately and based on the nominal hours of the units chosen, and whether or not government subsidies apply. Please refer to the fees and charges section on Brite's website for further details.

Access and Inclusion

Brite Institute is committed to delivering services in a non-discriminatory manner with respect to age, gender, culture, religion and disability and encourages fair access to services for people of underrepresented groups.  A full copy of the Brite Institute Access and Equity Policy is available upon request and is displayed at the Northcote site.  Full disability access is available at both training sites and people with a disability are encouraged to participate in both accredited and pre-accredited training programs.

Contact Details for Brite Institute (TOID: 3834)

CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability

What does this course involve?

This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of community settings and clients' homes, who provide training and support in a manner that empowers people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance, community participation and wellbeing.

Workers promote a person-centred approach, work without direct supervision and may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a small team.

Certificate IV in Disability contains 14 units of competency.  Eleven units are core, three units are elective.  To obtain this qualification you must successfully complete all 14 units and a 150 hour industry placement (or 120 hours of placement if you are working in industry).

What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course has no pre-requisites, however to undertake this course at Brite institute you will need to successfully complete a pre‑training review and be prepared to undertake a 150 hours practical placement (or 120 hours of placement if you are working in industry).
Police record checks will be required for students undertaking practical placements.

If undertaking this course as a trainee you will need to be working a minimum of 13 hours per week.

What employment opportunities will I have once I have my certificate?
Certificate IV in Disability graduates may gain employment as:

• Accommodation Support Officers
• Disability officers (day support)
• Disability support workers
   

Is this a nationally recognised course?
Yes, this course is Nationally Recognised

How is the training funded?
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (eligibility criteria apply) or through Fee-for-Service arrangements.

What further study options will I have?
Once you have finished your course you may wish to consider Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, Certificate IV in Aging Support or a Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Disability.

How long is the course?
Certificate IV in Disability takes from 12 months to complete and is delivered via a fortnightly off-the-job training timetable. On average an additional 5 hours of work per week is required to complete assessments.

How will I be assessed?
Assessments can include:

Certificate IV in Disability - Sample Training Plan

What will the course cost?
You will pay fees for tuition, amenities and resources.
Each student's fees are calculated separately and based on the nominal hours of units you have chosen, and whether or not government subsidies apply. Please refer to the' fees and refunds' section on Brite's website for further details.

Access and Inclusion

Brite Institute is committed to delivering services in a non-discriminatory manner with respect to age, gender, culture, religion and disability and encourages fair access to services for people of underrepresented groups.  A full copy of the Brite Institute Access and Equity Policy is available upon request and is displayed at the Northcote site.  Full disability access is available at both training sites and people with a disability are encouraged to participate in both accredited and pre-accredited training programs.

Contact Details for Brite Institute (TOID: 3834)

CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health

What does this course involve?
This qualification reflects the role of workers participating in the design, implementation and evaluation of leisure, health activities and programs for clients in one or more sector areas. Workers may be in residential facilities and/or in community agencies and day centres, completing specialised tasks and functions in relation to leisure and health. While workers are responsible for their own outputs, work is carried out under direct or indirect supervision within defined organisation guidelines.

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health contains 17 units of competency.  Ten core units and seven elective units.  To obtain this qualification at Brite Institute you must successfully complete all 17 units and a 150 hour industry placement (or 120 hours of placement if you are working in industry).

What are the entry requirements for this course?
This course has no pre-requisites, however to undertake this course at Brite Institute you will need to successfully complete a pre-training review, and be prepared to undertake a 150 hour industry placement (or 120 hours of placement if you are working in industry). A police record check will be required for the industry practical placement.

If undertaking this course as a trainee you will need to be working a minimum of 13 hours per week.

What employment opportunities will I have once I have my certificate?
Certificate IV in Leisure and Health may provide you with employment opportunities as a:

• Diversional therapy assistant
• Disability officer – day support
• Leisure officer
• Recreation activities officer
• Activities officer
• Community leisure officer

Is this course nationally recognised?
Yes, this course is Nationally Recognised

How is the training funded?
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (eligibility criteria apply) or through Fee-for-Service arrangements.

What further study options will I have?
Once you have finished your course you may wish to consider enrolling in other community services qualifications such as Certificate IV in Ageing Support or Certificate IV in Disability.  You may also wish to consider further studies in diversional therapy.

How long is the course?
Certificate IV in Leisure and Health takes 12 months to complete and is delivered via a fortnightly classroom training timetable. On average an additional 5 hours of work per week is required to complete assessments.

How will I be assessed?
Your assessments can include:

Will my previous experience or study count?
Brite Institute recognises qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other RTOs. You will be granted Credit Transfer (CT) for units that can form part of this qualification that have been successfully completed with another RTO. You can also apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). 

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health - Sample Training Plan

What fees will I pay for my course?
You will pay fees for tuition, amenities and resources.

Each student's fees are calculated separately and based on the nominal hours of the units chosen, and whether or not government subsidies apply. Please refer to the fees and charges section on Brite's website for further details.

Access and Inclusion

Brite Institute is committed to delivering services in a non-discriminatory manner with respect to age, gender, culture, religion and disability and encourages fair access to services for people of underrepresented groups.  A full copy of the Brite Institute Access and Equity Policy is available upon request and is displayed at the Northcote site.  Full disability access is available at both training sites and people with a disability are encouraged to participate in both accredited and pre-accredited training programs.

Contact Details for Brite Institute (TOID: 3834)

AHC20410 Certificate II in Horticulture

What does this course involve?

Certificate II in Horticulture is a suitable course for nursery workers who provide support roles in relevant aspects of nursery and plant production.

It includes learning to work safely in a nursery setting, conducting nursery work, plant propagation, treating weeds, cultivating shrubs, trees and potted plants and working in a team.

This course contains 15 units of competency.  Two units are core, thirteen are elective units.

To obtain Certificate II in Horticulture you must successfully complete all 15 units.

What are the entry requirements for this course?

This course has no pre-requisites, but to undertake this course at Brite Institute you will need to successfully complete a pre-training review, the program is designed as an introduction to the horticulture and may enable entry into an Australian Apprenticeship.

What employment opportunities will I have once I have my certificate?

Your Certificate II in Horticulture will provide you the skills to seek employment opportunities such as:

• Nursery support worker
• Horticulture worker
• Horticulture assistant

Is this a nationally recognised course?

Yes, this course is nationally recognised

How is the training funded?

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (eligibility criteria apply) or through fee-for-service arrangements

What further study options will I have?

Once you have completed your certificate you may wish to consider the following training pathways, Certificate III in Agriculture or Certificate III in Horticulture.

How long is the course?

Certificate II in Horticulture takes approximately 16 weeks to complete. The course is delivered two days a week, on site at Brite Services in Broadmeadows. This site includes a fully operational commercial nursery where students will gain practical training and work experience.

How will I be assessed?

• Oral and written questioning
• Practical demonstrations
• Projects
• Third Party Reports where relevant from the workplace supervisor

Will my previous experience or study count?

Yes, Brite Institute mutually recognises qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other RTOs.  This means you will be granted Credit Transfer (CT) for units from this certificate that has been successfully achieved with another RTO.

You will also have the opportunity to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).  This takes into account the knowledge and skills you have already gained through previous education, formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work.

What will the course cost?

You will pay fees for tuition, amenities and resources. Each student's fees are calculated separately and based on their nominal hours of enrolment, and whether or not government subsidies apply. Please refer to the 'fees and refunds' section on Brite's website for further details.

Access and Inclusion

Brite Institute is committed to delivering services in a non-discriminatory manner with respect to age, gender, culture, religion and disability and encourages fair access to services for people of underrepresented groups.  A full copy of the Brite Institute Access and Equity Policy is available upon request and is displayed at the Northcote site.  Full disability access is available at both training sites and people with a disability are encouraged to participate in both accredited and pre-accredited training programs.

Contact Details for Brite Institute (TOID: 3834)