CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support Course

CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support

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CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support

Become an advanced practitioner in Disability Support

Course 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.Our training is delivered by fully qualified Trainers and Assessors with many years of industry experience, fully equipped training centre that is vital practical experience. Being able to practice on the right equipment for the job will enable you to be job ready when you graduate.

Upon successful completion of this course you will receive CHC43121 – Certificate IV in Disability Support (which is a nationally recognised qualification).

Delivery Modes

RECOGNISED PRIOR LEARNING

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LEARN @ HOME

Study from home, online self-paced, where you will have up to 12 months to complete
or

Study online, via out trainer-led program where you will study for 20 weeks, attending fortnightly online tutorials (Mondays 3pm-7pm)

Units

A total of 10 units of competency are required to complete this qualification

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

CHCDIS023 – Provide specialised support
CHCCCS019 – Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCMHS007 – Work effectively in trauma informed care

Funding & Fees

This course is currently funded for eligible students.

Students are required to pay a co-contribution fee.

Students eligible for subsidised training under government funding programs can normally only access the funding once, so it is important that you choose your course carefully.

Eligibility criteria for funding can be found on our Funding and Fees Page

Full course fees are applicable to those students who are not eligible for the government subsidised training.

We have great interest-free payment plans available, in weekly, fortnightly or monthly installments

Approved Delivery Locations

Brisbane
Cairns
Central Queensland
Darling Downs – Maranoa
Gold Coast
Ipswich
Logan – Beaudesert
Moreton Bay – North
Moreton Bay – South
Sunshine Coast
Toowoomba
Townsville
Wide Bay

Inclusions

Entry Requirements

Successful applicants will need to:

Have a level of language, literacy and numeracy ability appropriate for a Certificate III course

Additionally, applicants must have:

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

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

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

Practical Placement

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Extra Info

Employment Outcomes

After successfully completing this course you will have the opportunity to seek employment in the following roles:

Senior Support Worker

A role of a Senior Support Worker can be varied and exciting. You may be responsible for leading the staff and managing clients for a particular function in disability care.

You may be required to:

Lead and supervise other Support Workers
Assist in the assessment and preparation of client’s care plans
Conduct Work Health and Safety inspections
Manage the service delivery and support services to clients and
Closely collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team

Service Facilitator

As a Service Facilitator you may be required to conduct in-home face-to-face home support assessments with clients on a daily basis, using standardised assessment processes. You will work together with clients to develop individualised support plans to achieve wellness and healthy ageing goals, as well as matching and referring clients to appropriate support services.

Student Support

We want our students to succeed and go on to really enjoy the work they do in the industry they love, so we have put together a Student Support Program to assist in that journey.

We can provide phone support – Students can organise personal tutorial sessions over the phone. This support is flexible to the needs of the students. It can be an opportunity to seek feedback on assessment prior to submission or seek assistance with assessments.

Resume preparation – Prior to placement or completion of the course, students may access tools and resources to have a personal Resume created that is tailored towards individual support work and includes recent studies and placement experience. Resume development is achieved through face-to-face or over the phone one-on-one sessions.

Interview skills – An interview/coaching workshop is in-built into the course. This workshop provides advice and assistance to students on what to expect during job interviews.

Ongoing Support – Your journey with Equinox College does not end once you finish your course. We may be able to provide you with customised employment support, by marketing high achievers to employers who are actively recruiting.