CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
CHC43121 - Certificate IV in Disability Support
Qualification Overview
This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a range of community settings and peoples’ homes, who provide 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 according to and may contribute to an individualised plan, and work without direct supervision. They may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a small team.
Career opportunities
Depending on the specialisation the following are the potential career opportunities for the students:
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- Senior Disability Support Worker
- Disability Team Leader/Supervisor
- Residential Care Supervisor
- Development Officer
- Senior Personal Care Assistant
- Social Educator (Disability)
- Day Support Disability Officer
- Support Facilitator (Disability)
- Disabilities Supervisor
- Disability Service Officer
- Behavioural Support Officer
- Community Development Officer
At a glance
Estimated Duration
6 - 12 Months
Delivery
Face to Face
Blended (Online + Face to Face Practicals)
Location
Gold Coast
Brisbane
Townsville
Ingham
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.
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
- 10 units of competency:
- 7 Core Units
- 3 Elective 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 | |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCCCS008 | Develop strategies to address unmet needs |
| CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
*Students are required to complete at least 120 hours of direct support work in a least one aged care, home and community, disability or community service organisation.
Prior to commencement of placement, students may be required to obtain or provide evidence of a police check, blue and/or yellow card, first aid certificate and vaccination records.
Certificate 3 Guarantee
To Understand the funding and Eligibility requirements refer to Certificate 3 Guarantee
Student Co-contribution fee
| Number Units | Co-contribution fee (Non – Concessional) | Co-contribution fee (Concessional) |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | $10.00 ($1.00 Per unit) | $5.00 ($0.50 Per unit) |
| Number Units | Course Fee |
|---|---|
| 10 | $4500.00 |
