CHC40608 - Certificate IV Leisure and Health
Course Objectives
The nationally recognised CHC40608 — Certificate IV in Leisure and Health course is for people who are seeking career opportunities in designing, conducting and evaluating day activity programs to promote health and well being.
Workers in this occupational group work in residential facilities, community agencies and day centers. Work may be under professional supervision within defined organisational guidelines or as sole practitioners. These workers (assist in) design, implement and evaluate health and leisure for clients in one or more sector areas. These workers may be responsible for other workers.
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities include Diversional Therapist, Diversional Therapist Assistant, Community Leisure Officer, Recreation Activities Officer, Activities Officer, Support Worker Elders Club, Disability Support Worker (residential and day support).
Course Content / Structure
This course comprises 13 core units and 3 electives units which make up the total of sixteen units required for the CHC40608 — Certificate IV in Leisure and Health.
| Code | Module Name |
|---|---|
| CHCCOM403A |
Use targeted communication skills to build relationships |
| CHCCS400A |
Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework |
| CHCS401B |
Facilitate responsible behaviour |
| CHCICS405A |
Facilitate groups for individual outcomes |
| CHCOHS312A |
Follow safety procedures for direct care work |
| CHCORG405C |
Maintain an effective work environment |
| CHCRH401A |
Work effectively in the leisure and health industry |
| CHCRH402A |
Undertake leisure and health programming |
| CHCRH404A |
Plan, implement and monitor leisure and health programs |
| CHCRH405A |
Plan leisure and health programs for clients with complex needs |
| CHCRH406A |
Apply knowledge of human behaviour in leisure activity programs |
| CHCRH407A |
Apply sociological concepts to leisure and health |
| HLTAP401A |
Confirm physical health status |
|
HLTHIR404B* |
Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people |
| CHCCS422A* |
Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately |
| CHCAC319A* |
Provide support to people living with dementia |
Assessment
Assessment is competency based and can include written papers, classroom activities, verbal presentations and the demonstration of work-based competencies.
Industry Placement
If students are not currently working in the industry, 160 placement hours must be undertaken to successfully complete this course.
Entry Requirements
Essential requirements are:
- A literacy and numeracy test is required before commencement of all Pragmatic Training qualification courses.
- Interview process and a strong interest in this work is required.
- Successful applicants must provide a current Police Check
Skills Recognition — Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/transfers on the basis of previous qualifications.
Qualification
As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion students will be awarded the Certificate IV in Leisure and Health.
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