Working in the disability sector is more than just a job, it’s a chance for you to give something back to the community and enrich the lives of people with disability!
Occupational Outcomes
Possible positions include:
- Disability Officer Day Support
- Disability Support Worker
- Drug and Alcohol Worker
Entry Requirements
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 will be required to obtain a National Police Check that has no offences listed that would exclude them from working in the community services sector with vulnerable persons.
You may also be required to obtain a Working with Children Check (WWCC) should the work require you to be in the vicinity of children and/or a NDIS Worker Check (NDISWC) clearance if it is a requirement of the work placement site.
Course Delivery
Our training options are flexible to meet the needs of every student. Training options include face to face, a combination of face to face and online, work based training or traineeships. Average course duration is between 12-24 months.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
Course Structure
Select for a detailed list of core and elective units
The total number of units - 10
- Core units - 7
- Elective units - 3
Core Units
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| 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
| Unit Code | Unit Title |
|---|---|
| CHCDIS011 | Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach |
| CHCDIS014 | Develop and use strategies for communication with augmentative and alternative communication systems |
| CHCDIS020 | Work effectively in disability support |
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Smart and Skilled funding
This training is subsidised by the New South Wales Government. Eligibility criteria applies and concession fees are available for some students. Find out more at Smart and Skilled - Are You Eligible? Fee-for-service and personalised payment plan options are also available.
Additional Course Details
Additional information about the course can be found at: https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/CHC43121
Please contact our office on 1300 483 486 if you have any questions. We can discuss customisation of the course to suit your needs. Alternatively, you can
