CHC43115
COURSE DETAILS
Disability Support Workers provide care, emotional support, physical assistance and supervision for people with physical and/or intellectual disabilities.
This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of community settings and clients' 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.
Who Should Enrol?
This course is suitable for those interested in working as a supervisor, team leader or coordinator within the disability industry. This course is ideal for anyone who holds a Certificate III in Individual Support or an equivalent qualification with current skills in the disability industry.
COURSE OUTCOME
CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
DURATION
12-14 Months
120 hours of work placement
Employment Prospects
- Senior Disability Worker
- Disability Team Leader
- Support Facilitator (Disability)
MODE
Distance
Virtual
Blended
What future will you create?
Course Outline
To obtain the qualification a total of 14 units need to be completed.
In addition to the completion of the units a minimum of 120 hours vocational placement is required to be completed within the workplace. If you are already employed and working in the role, evidence of employment along with a supervisor sign off will support the assessment process.
Eleven (11) core units and Three (3) elective units
Course Units
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical issues
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with a disability
CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviours
CHCDIS008 Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS009 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
CHCDIS005 Develop and provide person-centred service responses
CHCDIS010 Provide person-centred services to people with a disability with complex needs
HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
CHCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
Core Units
HLTWHS002 Follow safety procedures for direct client care workHLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical issues
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with a disability
CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviours
CHCDIS008 Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS009 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
CHCDIS005 Develop and provide person-centred service responses
CHCDIS010 Provide person-centred services to people with a disability with complex needs
Elective Units
CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issuesHLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
CHCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
Entry Requirements
Due to the level of this course, RealCare Training requires learners to hold Certificate III in Aged Care of Disability or Certificate III in Individual Support or have the required industry experience in the sector prior to enrolling into the course.
Additionally:
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills to access online training materials
- Holds a current National Police Clearance and Yellow Card prior to work placement
RealCare Training
What to Expect
Flexible Study Arrangements
A Day at RealCare Training
Have a selection of study options as diverse and changing as your schedule! We understand that not everyone can fit a traditional study arrangement, so instead choose from a distance experience, a completely virtual learning or a blend of both.
The RealCare Difference
People want more than a concept or just a sit-down classroom experience, they want to be with professionals who have practised it personally and who are able to impart knowledge according to the individual’s learning and lifestyle needs. That's why at RealCare you'll have personal contact industry experienced experts to not only train you, but we available for questions and hands-on engagement.
Course Fees
Fee for Service
Total Course Fee: $3,000
You may be eligible for government subsidised training to complete this course. For further information please contact Aspire to Succeed RTO 32555.
Note, payment options are also available.
For more information about course fees and eligibility of funded training, please download our course flyer or contact us directly.
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