CHC43121 – Certificate IV in Disability Support [Smart & Skilled]
Course Outline
This qualification focuses on the role of workers who provide support in a manner that empowers people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance, community participation and wellbeing. Workers adopt a person-centred approach, work with or without direct supervision and may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a small team.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with the appropriate Commonwealth, State/Territory legislation and Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
Entry Requirements
There are entry requirements for this qualification. Students must complete one of the following:
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) OR
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) OR
- CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
Other requirements
- Applicants need to have reasonable English Language, Literacy and Numeracy to successfully complete the course (LLN). In addition, a Police Clearance Certificate, Working with Children Check (WWC) and a valid NDIS Worker Screening Check(Disability Stream) is mandatory prior to your work placement. You must also undertake a Federal Police Check (AFP) or NSW Police check (no less than 3 years old).
- Prospective students also have be an Australian citizen or Permanent Resident or on a humanitarian visa and must be 15 Years or older and must live or work in NSW. Entry Requirements in detail can be found on smart and Skilled Student Handbook and Fee Administration Policy 2024-2025 on website under Smart and skilled section. Detailed information can also be obtained by clicking on this link : Click here
Target Students
Target students want to pursue a career in a facility such as a Disability Homes, Nursing Home, Hostel, Residential
Care Facility, Community Health Care Centre and other Disability related services.
NTA’s Graduates will be equipped to seek employment in the following roles:
- Disability support worker/coordinator
- Behavioural Support Officer
- Disability team leader/Supervisor
- Day Activity Worker
- Personal Care Assistant
- Program coordinator – social programs
- Residential Care Officer
Course Duration
The course duration for the Course is 26 weeks.
The weekly class schedule is as follows:
- Classroom learning, practice and assessment
- Self study in your own time.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must complete at least 120 hours of work Placement in a an Ageing,
Disability services organisation or related services as detailed in the Assessment requirements of the Unit of
Competency (UoC).
Course Location
This course is delivered at the following location:
Suite 106-108, 3 Railway Parade Burwood. NSW 2134
Suite 106-108, 3 Railway Parade Burwood. NSW 2134
Course Delivery
- Face to Face: Theoretical content and group discussions delivered in an interactive classroom setting
- Simulation Training: Hands on practical skills developed in a controlled environment, ensuring NTA's students are confident in real world care delivery situations
- Self paced learning: provides NTA's students the flexibility they need to complete the theoretical components and assessments at their own pace, however within the assigned timeframes.
- Work placements: Provides NTA's students exposure to Aged Care and Disability settings, with focus on practical application of theoretical knowledge developed throughout the course in professional care settings.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfers
Prospective students may have developed a number of skills in community care, through previous employment, life experience and/or formal studies. If this is the case, they are encouraged to enquire about Recognition of Prior learning (RPL) which may shorten their course. For example, Students holding a current First Aid Certificate from a recognised RTO, can receive credit towards for the Provide First Aid Unit.
Study Units and Qualification
Students will need to complete a total of 10 units to meet the requirements of the qualification:
- Core Units (7 Units)
- Elective Units (3 Units)
| Unit Code | Unit Code Description | |
|---|---|---|
| CORE | ||
| CHCCCS044 | Follow established person-centred behaviour supports | ✔ |
| CHCLEG003* | Manage legal and ethical compliance | ✔ |
| HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety | ✔ |
| 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 | ✔ |
| CHCCCS044 | Follow established person-centred behaviour supports | ✔ |
| ELECTIVE | ||
| HLTHPS006* | Assist clients with medication | ✔ |
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs | ✔ |
| CHCDIS020 | Work effectively in disability support | ✔ |
* Eligible for Credits
Educational Pathways
After achieving the Certificate IV in Ageing Support you have a number of pathway options. Some of them include:
- Certificate IV in Disability Support with NTA
- Certificate IV in Mental Health with NTA
- Diploma of Community Services with NTA or
- Bachelor of Nursing with another tertiary education provider provided you meet their entry requirements.
Course Fees
Refer to Notification/Reporting of enrolment policy, Smart and Skilled Student Handbook and Fee Administration
Policy 2024-2025 under Smart and Skilled policies on the website under Dmart and skilled. For entry
requirements in detail and the amount of fees you might be paying is based on the circumstances (If you are eligible
for concessions), visit this link for more information.
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