Essentials in Disability Care Roles
Short Course
Course Summary
- Study Mode - Online + Work Placement
- Start Date - Enrol Anytime
- Recognition - Nationally Recognised Training
- Course Fee - $1,450.00*
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- Entry Requirements - No formal entry requirement
- Course Duration - Maximum of 8 months
- Work Placement - Minimum of 10 hours
- Government Funding - not at the moment**
**This training is subsidised by the NSW Government to eligible students, based on eligibility
Essentials in Disability Care Roles Short Course
Course Description
Why study this course?
Disability work can be extremely rewarding for those who
have a genuine interest in helping improve the lives of
those in need. The course covers the most fundamental
aspects of working with people who have an intellectual
or physical disability and empowering them to become
more independent and self-reliant so they can participate
in community activities.
The course addresses the skills and knowledge required to provide entry level support for basic client care for a range of roles and purposes required within the aged care support sectors.
What will you learn?
The support provided in client care will be predominantly non-direct, with some basic direct client care, in order to maintain the safety of both the learner and client in care.
This course applies to workers in varied disability contexts. Work performed requires a range of well developed, person-centred skills where some discretion and judgement is required and workers will take responsibility for their own outputs. The course applies to both existing workers and new entrants that wish to transition into support worker roles in disability support contexts.
Who is this course for?
This course is for:
- This course is designed for people in the community and/or residential setting who provide
individualised support to people who need support due to ageing, disability and other reasons and; - seeking an introductory, entry level understanding of these priority skill sets providing
immediate support role opportunities - This course responds to an industry need as a result of the Bushfire Recovery and COVID-19 Pandemic industry demands
Other qualifications
After achieving this statement of attainment, you can undertake:
CHC43115 - Certificate IV in Disability
Course Outline
Core
code | description |
---|---|
CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support |
HLTINF001 | Comply with infection prevention and control policies and procedures |
HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
CHCDIS007 | Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability |
Potential Career Outcomes
Job Roles
- Disability Support Worker
- Aged Care Support Worker
- Coordinator Of Volunteers (Services To Older People)
- Home Care Assistant
Work Placement
What is Work Placement?
Work Placement is a structured workplace learning program that enables you to complete your practical tasks and prepares you for the workforce.
Anyone who isn't already working in a job role related to the qualification within the industry will need to do work placement.
Minimum required hours
This course includes a minimum of 10 hours in a suitable workplace to complete practical tasks.
Learn More: Work Placement
Discounts, Funding & Payment Plans
Government Funding Eligibility for short courses*
You may be eligible for a government Smart and Skilled subsidy if you fulfil specific criteria, allowing you to enrol in a government-subsidised course with an approved Smart and Skilled training provider. To be eligible, you must fulfil the following four conditions:
- You are an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
- 16 years old or over
- No longer at school
- Living or working in NSW
*Currently, Smart & Skilled Government funding is available for Part Qualifications however this funding is targeted in consultation with industry providers. A funding application will need to be submitted and approved based on needs and employability requirements.
Learn More: Smart & Skilled - Are you eligible?
Course Fee Discounts*
If you pay your course fee in full, upfront, you are entitled to a 5% Discount.
Loyalty Discount*
You'll receive a 5% discount off the full course fee if you enrol in a full qualification with us.
Fee Payment Plans*
We offer flexible weekly or fortnightly payment plans, interest free direct debits.
Learn More: Download Course Guide*
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