CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
Qualify to be a disability carer
This nationally recognised course provides the job-ready skills to be a fully qualified disability carer.
At SM TAFE, students will gain a specialised skillset to support people with disability in a range of community and residential settings.
This course is low fee* for residents of Western Australia and temporary residents holding certain visa types. An annual fee cap of $400 for those aged 15-24 or concession holders or $1,200 for everyone else, applies to this course. Some eligibility conditions apply for the low fee training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the low fee training.
Online study is available for this course. Be sure to check the study requirements tab for information about studying this course using eCampus including study assistance and our helpful online study guide, then use the apply now link where you see the online study option.
Overview
Where Mandurah | Rockingham
When Continuous enrolment
How Online | Traineeship
Study a qualification that open doors to a range of job opportunities in the direct care industry, whilst giving back to the community. This formal qualification provides the skills and knowledge to empower people with disability to achieve greater levels of independence.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals 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.
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- working effectively in the direct care industry and caring for people with disability
- enabling clients to maintain independence
- safety procedures and ethical behaviour
- infection control practices
- working with cultural diversity
- workplace health and safety
- using augmentative and alternative communication strategies
In order to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course, you must take into account the essential skills and knowledge required to undertake this study.
- excellent observational skills - to be able to identify changes in behaviour, abilities and environment
- good communication skills to liaise/work with a range of people
- good listening and writing skills
- be able to deal with physical demands of manual tasks including personal care work and lifting
- basic problem solving skills and the ability to respond to immediate safety risks
- Tolerance, patience and the willingness to work with people from different backgrounds and cultures
Have you got what it takes to be successful in this career? Our Core Skills guide lists the skills and attributes necessary to study and work in this field.
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Important information
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Details
Units and fees
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHCCCS044 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports | $105.30 | $31.20 | $47.75 |
| CHCDIS017 Facilitate community participation and social inclusion | $81.00 | $24.00 | $58.25 |
| CHCDIS018 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach | $81.00 | $24.00 | $58.25 |
| CHCDIS019 Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs | $137.70 | $40.80 | $78.50 |
| CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance | $113.40 | $33.60 | $47.75 |
| CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues | $81.00 | $24.00 | $14.00 |
| HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety | $64.80 | $19.20 | $60.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
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$97.20 | $28.80 | $44.50 |
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$105.30 | $31.20 | $61.50 |
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$97.20 | $28.80 | $37.00 |
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Details
Indicative fees and charges
The fees quoted are estimates only and are for all units in the course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course. Please view the full list of fee disclaimers.
Units
| National ID | 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 |
| National ID | Unit title |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS006 | Facilitate individual service planning and delivery |
| CHCDIS015 | Develop and provide person-centred service responses |
| CHCDIS021 | Prepare for NDIS support coordination |