CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support

Course Details

Qualification Code & Title	CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
CRICOS Code	115391B
Qualification Description	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.
Requirements	To be awarded this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in Total number of units = 10 7 core units 3 elective units
Learner characteristics and target group	Target groups for the CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support are international students who are: Seeking to pursue a career in individual support. Seeking to enter a new industry sector Seeking a pathway to higher-level qualifications.
Delivery mode	Face-to-Face as well as in the workplace
Delivery site	Suite 22, Level 4, 28 University Avenue, Canberra ACT 2601
Course duration	52 weeks This qualification will be delivered over 44 weeks of training and assessment and a total 8 weeks of term breaks.
Entry requirements	Students entering this course at Mid City College must meet the following entry requirements: Age Requirement Students must be a minimum age of 18 years or above at the time of course commencement. Academic Requirements To enter this qualification, Completion of: CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) OR Completion of: CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) OR Completion of: CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set. English Language Requirements To enter this qualification, applicants must also meet English Language Requirements – IELTS overall score of 5.5 or TOEFL IBT 46 or Cambridge English Advanced (CAE) 162 or PTE Academic 42 or equivalent (test results must be no more than 2 years old). English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following: Minimum five (5) years of study in English in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Britain, America, South America or Ireland. Successfully completion of an English Placement test. Completed a recognised ELICOS program and achieved an English Proficiency level of upper intermediate or equivalent. Completed in Australia in English is a substantial component (at least 50%) of a qualification at AQF level 4 or higher.
Pathways	Employment may include, but not limited to, Lifestyle Support Officer Community Development Officer Senior Personal Care Assistant Behavioural Support Officer Disability Team Leader Disability Support Assistant (Schools) Project Officer Marketing Coordinator (Disability) Day Support Disability Officer Senior Disability Worker Social Educator (Disability) Support Facilitator (Disability) Job coordinator Disabilities Supervisor Social trainer Local area coordinator Disability Service Officer Further Study Pathway Potential employment options are in a range of disability work roles. Roles may also have a leadership function. Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into the CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services and a range of other community services related Diplomas.
Course credit	Credit and/or RPL can be provided for those with existing skills and knowledge allowing such students to complete the course in a shorter timeframe.

Units of Competency

Unit Code	Unit Title	Core/ Elective
CHCCCS044	Follow established person centred behaviour supports	Core
CHCDIS019	Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs	Core
CHCDIS017	Facilitate community participation and social inclusion	Core
CHCDIS018	Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach	Core
HLTWHS003	Maintain work health and safety	Core
CHCLEG003	Manage legal and ethical compliance	Core
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues	Elective
CHCCCS001	Address the needs of people with chronic disease	Elective
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people	Elective
CHCDIS020	Work effectively in disability support	Elective

Work placement

This qualification requires the work placement of 120 hours is completed as per training schedule.

Facilities and Equipment

The following facilities, equipment and resources will be used to deliver and assess this qualification:

Training rooms, including desks, chairs, whiteboard and overhead projector
Computers with Microsoft Office and access to the Internet.
Learning and assessment materials as outlined in this TAS.

Assessment

Assessment materials comprise of:

Assessor Marking Guide and Assessment Mapping
Student Assessment Tasks
Other Supporting Resources