Entry Requirements
Entry requirements apply.
CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
Overview
The CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support 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.
ARC Entry Requirements
ARC Training’s entry requirements differ depending on what type of student you are:
- General Public – Any member of the public that meets the General ARC Training entry requirements.
- Existing Workers – Individuals who are currently employed in the industry.
General Public
To be eligible for this course as a General Public student entrant, you must be:
- Must be old enough to acquire:
- National Police Check;
- NDIS Worker Screening Check; and
- Blue Card/Yellow Card (QLD Students only); or
- Working with Children Check in NSW or equivalent as per state requirement (only if required by the workplace)
- Have completed Year 10 or equivalent; or
- currently working; or
- (For QLD students only) Have work experience in a care related role in the Community and Health sector and have completed a Certificate III level in any relevant CHC qualification (if you are an existing worker, your specific requirements, and what you need to provide will be discussed with you by our consultants);
- Complete a Learning, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment;
- Provide a USI;
- Be reasonably fit and able to support and assist clients with their physical requirements (lifting/bending may be required);
- Be able to attend work placement and provide the below:
- National Police Check;
- NDIS Worker Screening Check;
- Vaccination Card;
- COVID-19 Vaccination (including booster); and
- Blue Card/Yellow Card (QLD Students only); or
- Working with Children Check in NSW or equivalent as per state requirement (only if required by the workplace) – see more
- Have basic or reasonable computing skills.
- Have access to black work trousers, enclosed black leather, or rubber shoes;
- Have access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone device with up to date software and a stable internet connection.
Existing Workers
To be eligible for this course as an Existing Worker student entrant, you must be:
- Must be an Existing Worker;
- Must be old enough to acquire:
- National Police Check;
- NDIS Worker Screening Check; and
- Blue Card/Yellow Card (QLD Students only); or
- Working with Children Check in NSW or equivalent as per state requirement (only if required by the workplace) – see more
- Completion of:
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability); or
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability); or
- CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
- Complete a Learning, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment;
- Provide a USI;
- Be reasonably fit and able to support and assist clients with their physical requirements (lifting/bending may be required);
- Be able to attend work placement and provide the below:
- National Police Check;
- NDIS Worker Screening Check;
- Vaccination Card;
- COVID-19 Vaccination (including booster); and
- Blue Card/Yellow Card (QLD Students only); or
- Working with Children Check in NSW or equivalent as per state requirement (only if required by the workplace) – see more
- Have basic or reasonable computing skills.
- Have access to black work trousers, enclosed black leather, or rubber shoes;
- Have access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone device with up to date software and a stable internet connection, and
- Digital classroom students will be required to attend workshops for practical skills demonstration/assessments, this will be communicated to students in advance.
Digital classroom students will be required to attend workshops for practical skills demonstration/assessments, this will be communicated to students in advance.
Possible Job Roles
At the beginning of your career? Or are you looking for a career change? The CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support qualification could lead to employment in a position such as:
- Disability support worker
- Community care worker
- Residential care officer
- Personal care assistant
ARC Training does not guarantee successful completion of this course or guarantee employment.
Duration and Mode of Delivery
This course can be delivered via a Digital Classroom or flexible program of classroom training and self-paced learning activities. Students have up to 12 months to complete the course (General Public); or approximately 33 weeks training program and self-directed learning (Existing Workers).
Please be advised that some assessments may be conducted in a simulated environment. If you are not an existing worker in the industry, the current simulation locations are Parramatta (NSW), and Wollongong (NSW).
Training and Assessment Activities
The CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support qualification assessment methods may include but are not limited to:
- Short answers, projects, reports, demo / role-play, portfolio.
- Work placement assessment.
In addition to the assessment methods above, students are required to commit to participating in self-directed learning throughout the duration of their studies.
Qualification Structure
There are ten (10) units of competency to complete, comprising of seven (7) core units and three (3) elective units of competency. Please see below for our standard CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support.
One of our ARC representatives will be happy to discuss unit selection, recognition of prior learning and credit transfer.
CORE | |
UNIT CODE |
UNIT TITLE |
| CHCCCS044 | Follow established person-centred behaviour support |
| 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 |
Elective | |
UNIT CODE |
UNIT TITLE |
| CHCADV001 | Facilitate the interest and rights of clients |
| BSBLDR411 | Demonstrate leadership in the workplace |
| CHCCCS006 | Facilitate individual service planning and delivery |
Please note: electives may change, depending on organisational and student needs.
Support Services
Students will be provided the following support services:
- LLN support
- Career counselling
- Tutorials
- Assessment support
- Referral to personal counselling.
Policies, Terms & Conditions
Please click here to access the relevant Policies, Terms and Conditions that apply to your situation. If you have any questions or concerns please don’t hesitate to contact us on 1300 793 146 and we’ll be more than happy to assist you.
Course Cost
Government funding may be available for eligible participants in ACT, NSW, and SA, please see links below. If you are not eligible for government funding the course can be delivered as a Fee for Service program. Please contact 1300 793 146 for more information. To see our Refund Policy, please click here.
Please note: ARC Training will not collect prepaid fees from students in excess of $1500.00
NSW Government Subsidy
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Student Fees Payable:
Fee Exempt: $ 0 | Concession: $240.00 | First Qualification: $ 1,990.00 | Second/further Qualification: $ 2,320.00
Traineeship:
Fee Exempt: $ 0.00
ACT Government Subsidy
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Student Fees Payable:
Not funded, Fee for Service price applies
Student Fees Payable:
Tuition Fee: $350
SA Government Subsidy
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Student Fees Payable:
Qualification Price: $367.50
Traineeship Fees Payable:
Qualification Price: $367.50
Fee For Service
Student Fees Payable: $8,270.00
ARC Training can organise a payment plan with you to cover the cost of the course. Please contact 1300 793 146 for more information.
ARC Training respectfully acknowledge the traditional custodians of the Country of all locations where our learning activities are hosted. We extend our respect to Elders, past and present, and acknowledge our future generations of Aboriginal people and their continuing connection to land, water, and community. We also respectfully acknowledge the Country, family and cultural values of our students who travel to join us for a learning journey.
