CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
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.
COURSE STRUCTURE
There is a total of (10) units to complete this qualification. (7) Core Units and (3) Elective Units.
For a list of available units, please download the course brochure. Please note that any pre-scheduled programs will have set electives.
Student Portal
On enrolment you will receive access to your Student Portal. This is where you where you will access all of your course information, learning and assessment materials, links to any online virtual classroom workshops and complete and submit your assessments. If you are attending face-to-face workshops, we encourage you to bring your own laptop or tablet device with you to class to work on your assessments. You will be able to access ESTR’s free wireless internet connection.
Assessment Strategies
Each unit will comprise of a number of assessment tasks which may include short knowledge tests, projects, case studies, research, written reports and participating in practical activities such as classroom and workplace observations, roleplays and presentations.
It is expected that you will need additional time outside of class to complete your assessments.
Logbook
You will be given a Logbook that contains the practical workplace observations and projects relevant to the specific units of competency. The Logbook is a key component of this course and must be completed.
COURSE FEES
The price for this qualification will vary and is based upon specific eligibility requirements for government subsidies available at the time of your enrolment. We will determine your eligibility for any subsidies available as part of our enrolment application pre-training review process. You will be issued with a quote detailing your exact course fee before your enrolment is finalised.
- Full Course Cost - $7,000
- New Entrant Traineeship - $0 (NSW Only)
- NSW Smart and Skilled (NSW Only) - $0* (Eligibility Criteria Apply)
*This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.
Payment Plans are available
Course Pre-Requisite
You must have previously completed one (1) of the following qualifications;
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability);Â OR
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability);Â OR
CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
You will need to provide a copy to Essential Skills Training and Recruitment on enrolment.
To gain course entry you must also;
- be over 18 years of age
- Have a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
- Have the Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) skills at a minimum of an ACSF Level 3, sufficient to complete and maintain documentation, interpret documents, interpret health terminology and communicate effectively with clients, families and colleagues
- Be employed in a disability or other community services organisation in a role that involves direct client support of people with disabilities e.g., Assistant in Nursing, Community Care Worker, Disability Support Worker, House Manager, Team Leader, and have the support of the workplace supervisor or employer to participate in this training
- Have access to a computer/laptop/iPad/Tablet with reliable internet and email access, and a camera and microphone to interact in the virtual classroom environment
- Have the Digital Literacy Skills required to complete assessment work online
