CHC33021 + CHC43121
Disability Support Dual Qualification
Qualification Status: Current • Units • Career Outcomes
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Help Those Most In Need
Complete a dual qualification by enrolling in both:
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
(Fulfils prerequisite requirement for entry into CHC43121) - CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
Are you looking to enter the individual support industry but aren’t sure where to start? Supercharge your career with ACCSC’s Dual Qualification in Disability Support! We’re proud to offer the following qualifications:
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) and
- CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
Discounted so you can get even more value for money!
You’ll gain experience and knowledge to succeed as a:
- Disability Support Worker
- Behavioural Support Officer
- Personal Care Assistant
- and more!
To achieve this dual qualification, you must complete at least:
- 120 hours of work placement to satisfy requirements for CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
- 80 hours of work placement to satisfy requirements for CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support.
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If you decide that the course isn’t the right fit, you’ll receive a 100% refund if you withdraw within the first 7 days.
Course Fees
Why are our courses so affordable?
In the digital age we believe no online nationally recognised qualification should cost thousands of dollars! ACCSC is run on a Social Enterprise pricing model which delivers you the same great course materials at a lower cost.
Quick Course Details
Course Code: CHC33021
Course Title: Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Course Duration: 12 Months Self-Paced (additional 6 month extension available, fees and conditions apply)
Nationally Recognised: Yes! – CHC33021 on YourCareer website
Course Structure: This course is made up of 15 units in total, including 9 core units and 6 elective units.
Course Code: CHC43121
Course Title: Certificate IV in Disability Support
Course Duration: 18 Months Self-Paced (additional 6 month extension available, fees and conditions apply)
Nationally Recognised: Yes! – CHC43121 on YourCareer website
Course Structure: This course is made up of 10 units in total, including 7 core units and 3 elective units.
Course Delivery: Online. To achieve this dual qualification, learners will be required to undertake a minimum of 120 hours of work placement to satisfy the requirements for CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), additionally a minimum of 80 hours of work placement to satisfy the requirements for CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support. Please note that work placements need to be taken separately.
Awarded By: Australian College of Community Services and Care (RTO ID 45361)
Qualification Status: Current
Total Upfront Cost $2,158.40
Entry Requirements:
- Minimum age 18
- Provide a valid USI
- Be eligible to study in Australia with the Australian College of Community Services and Care
- Hold the required criminal and working with children checks (if applicable)
- Be able to arrange a suitable work placement that meets all requirements outlined in the work placement resource checklist. Preview the checklist for:
- Confirm that they have access to a suitable work place to complete the required work placement hours prior to being accepted for enrolment. Click here to preview terms and conditions
- must meet one (1) of the following requirements:
- Australian Citizenship
- Australian Permanent Resident
- Must hold a visa that allows domestic study (non-CRICOS)
Resource Requirements:
- A computer with reliable internet access and a web browser
- A device to record video
- A calculator
- Digital presentation media (e.g. PowerPoint, video presentation, infographics, etc.)
Our learning material and learning management system is designed with the student in mind, ensuring it is easy to study.
Recognition of prior learning (RPL) is available to suitable ACCSC learners who have at least three to five years of relevant industry experience. Eligible learners will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills and gain RPL through our assessment only pathway.
For more information about our RPL process please see the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer Policy.
Online Study Mode
ACCSC will provide the following resources:
- One-on-one trainer support
- Online Learner Dashboard
- Workplace Simulations and Documentation
- Training products and learning support materials
Dedicated Trainer and After Hours Support
ACCSC provides learners with a dedicated trainer to support them through their learning journey. Trainers have extensive industry experience allowing them to not only support learners in their learning journey and give guidance when entering or advancing in the workforce. Administrative support is available after hours.
Course Units
This course requires 15 units from CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) and 10 units from CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
Core Units
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing
- CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support
- CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems
- CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
- HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
Elective Units
- CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
- CHCCCS017 Provide loss and grief support
- CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion
- CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support
- CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid*
*Note: HLTAID011 Provide First Aid is required to be completed externally, it is not provided by ACCSC. We recommend consulting St John’s Ambulance.
Core Units
- CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
- CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
- CHCDIS017 Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
- CHCDIS018 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
- CHCCCS044 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
- CHCDIS019 Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs
- HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
Elective Units
- CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
- CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
- CHCCCS009 Facilitate responsible behaviour
Career Outcomes
- Social Educator (Disability)
- Day Support Disability Officer
- Marketing Coordinator (Disability)
- Local area coordinator
- Social trainer
- Disability Team Leader
- Disabilities Supervisor
- Project Officer
- Disability Support Assistant (Schools)
- Job coordinator
- Disability Service Officer
- Senior Disability Worker
- Lifestyle Support Officer
- Senior Personal Care Assistant
- Community Development Officer
- Support Facilitator (Disability)
- Behavioural Support Officer
Work Placement
Learners will be required to undertake:
- minimum 120 hours of work placement to satisfy the requirements for CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability), additionally
- minimum 80 hours of work placement to satisfy the requirements for CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support.
Nationally Recognised Qualification
All of ACCSC’s qualifications are nationally recognised on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). For more information on CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support, go to www.yourcareer.gov.au.
Fast Assessment Turnaround
ACCSC prides itself on its fast turnaround facilitating individualised study plans, allowing learners to work at their own pace.
Questions?
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