CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support

CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support

About this course

METS trainers will inspire you in building a career where you can make a difference in people’s lives. Learn to work effectively in a range of community settings and client homes, empowering people with disabilities to reach their full potential.

This nationally-recognised course includes 7 core and 3 electives. Further develop your knowledge and skills to work without direct supervision and to supervise and/or coordinate a small team in. Content will include:

  • Facilitating the empowerment of people with disability
  • Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs
  • Developing and Providing Individualised Support
  • Facilitating Community Inclusion and Participation
  • Manage legal and ethical compliance.

 

Students must have computer literacy and literacy skills and be above the age of 16 to enrol. Students under the age of 18 will require a parent or guardians’ permission to enrol.

  • Disability Support Worker
  • Community based Support Officer
  • Disability Team Leader
  • Group Home Manager
  • Coordinator or Supervisor
  • Behavioural / Community Support – Office and Team Leaders
  • Accommodation and Respite Care Worker
  • Trainees – 24 months for a fulltime employee 36 months for a part time employee
  • Fee for Service (Self funded) – an enrolment period of 2 years will be given, extensions can be applied for however further enrolment fees will apply.

 

To gain entry into this course students need to have completed one of the following Certificate III qualifications;

  • CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) OR
  • CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) OR
  • CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability in addition to CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.

There are a wide variety of funding options available. From government funding through to fee-for-service. To find out what you are eligible for, click here.

  • HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
  • 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
  • CHCADV001  Facilitate the interest and rights of clients
  • CHCDIS016 Develop and promote positive person-centred behaviour supports
  • CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support

Education pathways after completing CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability may include:

  • CHC53415 Diploma of Leisure and Health
  • CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
  • HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing

Course Enquiry

START DATE

Enrol Anytime

DURATION

24 - 36 Months

MODES OF LEARNING

Workplace Traineeships, Online Learning, Classroom Courses

FAQs

To be eligible to commence a traineeship, a participant must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident working full or part time (minimum 15 hours). The participant must have the support of their employer, an accredited RTO (like METS) and an Australian Apprenticeship Centre.

Check to see if you are eligible here:
https://education.nsw.gov.au/skills-nsw/apprentices-and-trainees/low-cost-and-free-training-options/smart-and-skilled

Finding a traineeship is similar to finding any job. You’ll need to network with employers and job recruitment agencies and market yourself within your chosen sector.

If a participant is ineligible for a traineeship due to their employment status (casual, part-time working under 15 hours etc.), they can still complete the course through a Self-Paced course. Depending on their circumstances, learners may qualify for Smart and Skilled funding or choose to enrol through a Fee-for-Service payment arrangement.

For those ineligible for a traineeship due to residency status, completing the qualification may still be possible through a Fee-for-Service option, although Visa restrictions may apply. We recommend consulting your immigration officer and reaching out to us for guidance on your specific eligibility and options. For more information click here: Learn more about Smart and Skilled

Depending on the unit of study, you will complete both theory and practical based assessments to achieve competency in your qualification. Assessments may include short answer, project work, case students and reflection logs.

Yes. Under certain circumstances your traineeship can be extended, however this process can take some time and applying for an extension should be considered as a last resort. You should speak to us and/or your Australian Apprenticeship Centre if you are considering applying for an extension.

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