Certificate IV in Disability Support
CHC43121
Is working within the disability sector a passion for you?
Gaining a Cert IV in Disability Support will allow you the opportunity for employment in a range of community settings and clients’ homes, and jobs that provide training and support in a manner that empowers people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance, community participation and wellbeing. This qualification will help assist you to promote a person-centred approach, work without direct supervision and may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a small team.
Duration
2 days a week for 12 months
Working within or undertaking a placement in the industry is a required due to the practical application/assessments as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the Units of Competency.
Delivery
Face to face with online elements
Learn
Complete 7 core units and 3 elective units as listed below. Click on the links for further information regarding each unit from the National Training Register:
| Core Units | Elective Units |
|---|---|
| Follow established person-centred behaviour supports | Recognise healthy body systems |
| Facilitate community participation and social inclusion | Facilitate the interests and rights of clients |
| Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach | Identify and report abuse |
| Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs | |
| Manage legal and ethical compliance | |
| Work with people with mental health issues | |
| Maintain work health and safety |
In addition, this course also incorporates non-accredited training to boost your study and career. This includes:
- Study Skills
- Pathway Planning 1
- Pathway Planning 2
Career Opportunities
Disability Team Leader, Senior Personal Care Assistant
Qualification Achieved
CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
Fees
Training subsidised by NSW Government. Eligibility criteria applies. Subject to availability.
To get an estimate of your student fee and find out if you may be eligible for Smart and Skilled funding, and follow the prompts to enter your details.
Prerequisites
Completion of one of the following:
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
- CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set
We also suggest:
- Basic computer skills
- A reasonable level of fitness to carry our manual handling and first aid
- Ideally experience in the community services sector already
- Ability to work unsupervised in your scope of practice
Important Information
This qualification contains content, concepts and scenarios that may be distressing to people who have experienced traumatic events. Please consider your personal resilience and any potential emotional triggers when participating in this qualification and in any future employment in this field.
Completion Requirements
During your study you will be required to provide Atwea/work placement the following evidence:
- A National Police Check
- A NDIS Worker Check (if applicable)
- Vaccinations which may include COVID (if applicable)
- A Working with Children Check (if applicable)
- Any other evidence your work placement provider requires
Support
Atwea provides support services across all campuses and locations and online. Visit our Student Support Services page for more information.
Pathway
These units may be used as credit transfers on successful completion to complete other qualifications in the community services training package
How to Enrol
Enquire now or call 02 4925 4200 to speak to someone who can guide you through the requirements of the course. Or Enrol Now if a class is listed below at one of our many locations.
TRAINING LOCATIONS:
ÌÀÍ·Ìõ Raymond Terrace Campus
Delivery location will be determined based on demand
There are currently no classes scheduled for this campus please call 02 4925 4200 for further information and details of when the next class will be available
ÌÀÍ·Ìõ Tuncurry Campus
104 Manning Street, Tuncurry
There are currently no classes scheduled for this campus please call 02 4925 4200 for further information and details of when the next class will be available
ÌÀÍ·Ìõ Newcastle
Delivery location will be determined based on demand
There are currently no classes scheduled for this campus please call 02 4925 4200 for further information and details of when the next class will be available