Note: This qualification CHC43115 Certificate IV In Disability has been superseded. CHC43115 can be delivered and assessed for currently enrolled students only for an extended transition period until 31 July 2024.

Course Description

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.

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.

Duration

52 Weeks (40 weeks of tuition and a maximum of 12 weeks holiday breaks)

Pathways

After completing this qualification, individuals may undertake further studies in disability work including the Diploma of Community Services.

Employment Opportunities

Job titles may include:

• Disability support officer / worker
• Disability officer - day support
• Lifestyle support officer
• Senior personal care assistant
• Behavioural support officer
• Development officer
• Project officer (life enhancement team)
• Residential care officer
• Employment coordinator (disability)
• Social educator
• Job coordinator
• Social trainer

Mode of Study

The mode of study includes:

• Classroom based training
• Practical application during work placement (120 hours)
• Self-study during the duration of the course

Note: The work placement will be organised by the College at the approved disability support care facilities where the College has an agreement with.

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods include written tests, case studies, projects, logbooks and observations.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer

A learner may be to apply for RPL if they have gained competency from work, other programs, courses, life experience or training provided at work that is relevant to the course. The College recognises the AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other registered training organisations.

Entry Requirements

• 18 years or older
• Satisfactorily completed year 12 or equivalent
• IELTS 5.5 or equivalent

Applicants with no formal qualifications and who are commencing within or have experience with people with disability within a Community Services industry may also be considered for entry into the Course.

Additional Requirements:

Before commencing work placement, learners are required to provide:

• A federal Police Background Check (Name check),no older than 6 months
• An NDIS Worker Screening Check
• A Working with Children Check
• A First Aid Course Certificate
• An NDIS Worker Orientation Module Certificate
• Evidence of up-to-date Vaccination

Applicants must be physically capable of doing general lifting, be prepared to be on their feet for long stretches of time and be mentally and emotionally healthy to respond appropriately to personal needs.





Course Contents/ Units of Competency




CHCCCS015	Provide individualised support	CORE UNIT
CHCDIS002	Follow established person-centred behaviour supports	CORE UNIT
CHCDIS005	Develop and provide person-centred service responses	CORE UNIT
CHCDIS007	Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability	CORE UNIT
CHCDIS008	Facilitate community participation and social inclusion	CORE UNIT
CHCDIS009	Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach	CORE UNIT
CHCDIS010	Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs	CORE UNIT
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people	CORE UNIT
CHCLEG003	Manage legal and ethical compliance	CORE UNIT
HLTAAP001	Recognise healthy body systems	CORE UNIT
HLTWHS002	Follow safe work practices for direct client care	CORE UNIT




CHCCCS006	Facilitate individual service planning and delivery	ELECTIVE UNIT
CHCCCS011	Meet personal support needs	ELECTIVE UNIT
CHCCCS023	Support independence and wellbeing	ELECTIVE UNIT

*Elective units have been selected by the College in consultation with industry experts.

Training Product Status	Superseded
Training Product Release Date	8 December 2015

Duration

Duration 52 weeks ( Full Time Study (40 weeks of tuition and a maximum of 12 weeks holiday breaks)

Campus Location

Level 9, 310 King Street, Melbourne Victoria 3000

Contact

Phone: 0061-3-9629 3693
Fax: 0061-3-9629 7146
Email:
contact@einsteincollege.vic.edu.au

Fees

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course code

CHC43115 Superseded

intake Dates

Weekly Enrolment