CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
CRICOS Course Code 110158G
This qualification reflects the role of workers in a range of community settings and clients’ homes, who provide training and 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 without direct supervision and may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a small team.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
Assessment Methods
Assessments will be conducted in a variety of formats which can include written questions and answers, projects, simulations, demonstrations, and third-party logbook.
Entry Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Have completed study of Year 12 or equivalent.
- Proof of English language proficiency: IELTS 5.5 or equivalent
Work placement Requirements
- Full vaccination record as per the guidelines of NSW Health for students going into placement in hospital or aged care facilities.
- A Police Check
- Additional evidence that work placement providers may require
Study Pathways
CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
Course Structure
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed. There are 14 units of competency in total, which include 11 core units and 3 elective units.
CHCCCS015 Provide individualised support
CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
CHCDIS005 Develop and provide person-centred service responses
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
CHCDIS008 Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS009 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
CHCDIS010 Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
HLTAAP001 Recognise healthy body systems
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCCCS023 Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS025 Support relationships with carers and families
HLTINF001 Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures

Key Facts

Course Duration
Total of 52 weeks
Work Placement: 120 hours
Study: 40 weeks
Break: 12 weeks

Study Load
Full-time
20 hours per week/4 terms

Delivery Mode
Face-to-face

Job Outcomes
• Community Development Officer • Senior Personal Care Assistant • Disability Team Leader • Disability Support Assistant (Schools) • Disabilities Supervisor

Credit Transfer
Linx Institute recognises qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework by Registered Training Organisations.

