CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support

CHC43121 Certificate IV in
Disability Support

Intake terms
Jan, April, July, October

Duration
78 weeks

Mode of Delivery
Face-to-Face

Location
Camellia

Course Overview
Course Outcome
Course Delivery

CRICOS Code: 113835F

This qualification reflects the roles of workers in a range of community settings and candidates’ 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.

Upon successful completion of all units of competency for this qualification, the student will be awarded CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support.
This qualification will provide you a pathway to work as Lifestyle Support officer, Community Development Officer, Senior Personal Care Assistant, Behavioural Support Officer, Disability Team leader, Disability Support Assistant (Schools), Day Support Disability Officer, Senior Disability Worker, Social Educator (Disability), Support Facilitator (Disability), Disabilities Supervisor and Disability Service Officer

Important Note: Completion of this course is not guaranteed and is subject to students successfully meeting all training, assessment, attendance, work placement (where applicable), and course requirements. Students who do not complete all requirements may be eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for successfully completed units of competency. Employment, licensing, registration, or specific career outcomes are not guaranteed upon course completion.

Blended | Face to Face | Online

Course duration- 78 weeks

Delivery Arrangement

Training delivery as determined by the Unit of Competency which includes:

Role Play/Observation in Class
Group Activities
Written Examination in class under trainers’ supervision
Case studies/Scenarios
Research Assignments
Workplace Assessments

Training Calendar

It is planned that a student will complete all 10 units of competency within 78 weeks.

delivered over 54 weeks of classroom-based training and assessment
24 weeks school break
20 hours of face-to-face study per week

Intake terms

January
April
July
October

Entry Requirements

Students must hold a:

Completion of: CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

OR

Completion of: CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

OR

Completion of: CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.

Students are also required to:

Be 18 years of age or over
Have completed year 12 (HSC or Equivalent)
Have sound communication skills:
Provide IELTS certificate showing a score of 6 or above (or equivalent)
Undertake and successfully complete Signature Training College Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) skills assessment
Be able to satisfactorily participate in pre-enrolment interview
Complete a pre-enrolment assessment and interview
Meet course-specific requirements (e.g. police checks, Working With Children Check, vaccinations, physical capability where applicable)
Meet work placement requirements, if applicable
Satisfy the Genuine Student (GS) requirement
Hold a valid student visa and maintain OSHC

Course Units

Core Units

CHCCCS044 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports

CHCDIS017 Facilitate community participation and social inclusion

CHCDIS018 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach

CHCDIS019 Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs

CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance

CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues

HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety

Elective Units

CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients

CHCAGE009 Provide services for older people

CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

Accreditation

Signature Training College is registered with and accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) and is authorised to deliver Nationally Recognised Training within the Australian Qualifications Framework.

Note: Completion of this course is not guaranteed and is subject to students successfully meeting all training, assessment, attendance, work placement (where applicable), and course requirements. Students who do not complete all requirements may be eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) for successfully completed units of competency.

Work Placement

This qualification requires Flu Shot before going to Work-Placement because it is a mandatory requirement for some of the facilities. The students must complete at least 120 hours of work placement complete this component of the course.

Career Prospects

Lifestyle Support officer
Community Development Officer
Senior Personal Care Assistant
Behavioural Support Officer
Disability Team leader
Disability Support Assistant (Schools)
Day Support Disability Officer
Senior Disability Worker
Social Educator (Disability)
Support Facilitator (Disability)
Disabilities Supervisor
Disability Service Officer

Note: Employment and specific career outcomes are not guaranteed and may vary based on individual circumstances and industry conditions.

Course Fee

Fees

Tuition Fee: $12,300

Enrolment Fee: $300 (Non-refundable)

Material Fee: $1,500

Total Fees: $14,100

For further information, please email us at info@stc.edu.au

Education Pathways

Education pathways after completing CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability may include:

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support
CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
CHC50121 Diploma of Early Childhood Education and Care

USI Number

If you are a new enrolling student, undertaking Nationally recognized training, you will need a USI number to receive your Qualification/Statement of Attainment. If you do not have a USI you will not be able to receive a qualification. To create a USI account, go to the website: www.usi.gov.au

Campus Facility

Signature Training College provides a creative and professional study environment with modern facilities. We have fully equipped simulation classrooms to support our learners. Our campus provides free Wi-Fi access and students can also enjoy complimentary coffee and tea during breaks after training sessions.

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