CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability

CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability

This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a range of community settings and peoples’ homes, who provide 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 according to and may contribute to an individualised plan, and work without direct supervision. They may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a small team.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Subsidised Course Fees

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria applies under NSW Smart and Skilled. Eligibility will be checked and a course fee confirmed prior to enrolment.

New Entrant Traineeship

Fee Free Scholarship

Fee Exemption

Concession

$240

First Qualification

$1,990

Second Qualification

$2,320

^Training in priority qualifications is fee-free and fully funded by the NSW and Commonwealth governments.

Check your fee eligibility

Qualification Information

Units of Competency

10 Units to be completed in total: 7 CORE and 3 ELECTIVE units of competency

Unit Code	Unit Title	Core / Elective
HLTWHS002	Maintain work health and safety	Core
CHCCCS044	Follow established person-centred behaviour supports	Core
CHCDIS017	Facilitate community participation and social inclusion	Core
CHCDIS018	Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach	Core
CHCDIS019	Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs	Core
CHCLEG003	Manage legal and ethical compliance	Core
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues	Core
BSBLDR411	Provide individualised support	Elective
BSBLDR412	Communicate effectively as a workplace leader	Elective
BSBLDR413	Lead effective workplace relationships	Elective

Credit can be applied for previously completed units of competency.

Work placement

For those already employed within a suitable industry setting, work placement can be completed as part of your normal working hours as long as the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency are met.

Work placement opportunities will be identified as part of the enrolment process and students requiring to undertake work placement will be supported to complete this once all necessary milestones have been met.

Outcomes and Career Pathways

Job Roles & Titles Relevant to this Qualification

Upon successful completion of this qualification, occupational titles may include:

Disability Support Worker
Senior Disability Support Worker

Disability Services Team Leader
Supported Accommodation Leader

Day Program Coordinator
Respite Coordinator

Career Pathways

Working in the Community Services industry can be an incredibly rewarding career with a wide range of opportunities.

People who successfully complete this course may choose to continue their studies by completing a higher qualification or undertaking professional development to specialise in a particular area such as behaviour support.

As much of the skills and knowledge that you will learn through a career in Community Services are transferrable, this is a great industry for those considering a future career in roles such as nursing or other allied health professions such as occupational therapy, podiatry, social work, psychology or physiotherapy.

Enrolment Options

This qualification can be undertaken through a range of enrolment options including a traineeship, Smart & Skilled entitlement model, fee-for-service enrolment or other Government funded options. More information relating to these options can be found below:

Traineeship

A traineeship combines on-the-job work and formal training with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to obtain a nationally recognised qualification. Traineeships can be undertaken by fulltime and part-time employees and may attract government subsidies based on eligibility criteria.

	New entrant traineeship	Existing worker traineeship
Fee-free available*	Yes	No
Subsidised fees available*	Yes	No
Employer incentives available*	Yes	Yes
Employment status	Fulltime or Part time	Fulltime or Part time
Minimum employment hours	15 hours per week	15 hours per week
Enrolment duration	18 – 48 months	18 – 48 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $1,000	$P.O.A

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

Smart and Skilled Entitlement

Smart and Skilled provides eligible students with access to Government-subsidised training.

	Smart and Skilled Entitlement Enrolment (EFQ)
Fee-free scholarships available*	Yes
Subsidised fees available*	Yes
Employer incentives available*	No
Employment status	N/A
Minimum employment hours	N/A
Enrolment duration	12 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $2,320

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

Fee-for-service

Fee-for-service enrolments are available for those who are not eligible or do not wish the study through a Government-subsidised pathway.

	Fee-for-service Enrolment (FFS)
Fee-free scholarships available	No
Subsidised fees available	No
Employer incentives available	No
Employment status	N/A
Minimum employment hours	N/A
Enrolment duration	12 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee	$P.O.A

Other options

There may be availability to complete this qualification (in part) through other NSW Government funded pathways including part qualification and pre-vocational programs. In order to access these pathways, an application must be made to the Department with employer support. The duration, commencement/completion dates and units of competency will be identified throughout the application process.

Additionally, there may be availability to study Skill Sets relating to this qualification.

Please contact our team to enquire.

Delivery Pathways

Traineeships

This pathway is for learners undertaking study as part of a signed training contract with their Employer and includes planned site visits.

Work-based

This pathway is for learners employed within the industry and undertaking study with employer support outside of a traineeship.

Classroom delivery

Learning occurs through face-to-face or virtual sessions including weekday, evening and Saturday sessions.

Blended delivery

Learning occurs through a combination of classroom sessions, work-based, virtual and/or distance delivery.

Studying with KARBEN

At KARBEN Training Solutions, we pride ourselves on the support we offer to both students and employers throughout the learning journey.

Student Support

Planned contact with a Trainer/Assessor
Planned contact with a Student Mentor
Access to our dedicated Student Mentors via phone, email and face-to-face by appointment*
Affordable study sessions
Access to a Student Portal
Access to the KTS Resource Library
Regular enrolment updates including assessment outcomes and feedback

* Refer to the Student and Employer Handbook for more information.

Employer Support

Planned contact with a Trainer/Assessor*
Dedicated Client Services Representative
Formal review of traineeship program every 12 months
Access to an Employer Portal
Written feedback after each site visit*
Regular enrolment updates for students including assessment outcomes and feedback*

*Where a student is studying through a traineeship pathway or has provided authority to release information.

Payment Options

Upon successful completion of the enrolment process, an invoice will be issued via email.

Payment plans are available.

Please see our Student and Employer Handbook for Fee Schedule and payment plan options.

How to Enrol

Our pre-enrolment process ensures that you are provided with information to make an informed choice about your studies before making a formal commitment. This process is summarised below and must be completed before we accept your enrolment: