Certificate IV in Disability Support
Step into a senior disability support role. Deliver person-centred services to people with complex needs, follow behaviour support plans, build skills and community participation, and manage legal and ethical compliance.
- Course code
- CHC43121
- CRICOS code
- 113880A
- Duration
- 26 weeks full time
- Units
- 10
- Placement
- 100 hours
- Intake
- Rolling
- Study mode
- Face to face, full time
- English
- IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
- Course code
- CHC43121
- Duration
- Up to 26 weeks incl. 100 hrs placement
- Units
- 10
- Placement
- 100 hours
- Intake
- Rolling
- Study mode
- Face to face or blended
- Ways to study
- Fee for service or Skills SA
- Entry
- LLND test (fee for service) · interview + LLN (Skills SA)
Work placement: 100 hours
This course includes supervised work placement. We help arrange placement with our industry partners for eligible students: you need to be up to date with classes and assessments, hold the required checks, and be available for the placement roster. Placement is usually full time, Monday to Friday. Terms and conditions apply.
Work placement: 100 hours
This course includes supervised work placement. We help arrange placement with our industry partners for eligible students: you need to be up to date with classes and assessments, hold the required checks, and be available for the placement roster. Placement is usually full time, Monday to Friday. Terms and conditions apply.
Apply as an international student
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Apply as an international student
26 weeks full time · CRICOS 113880A. Apply from outside Australia, or from inside Australia if you already hold a visa.
Fee for service
Duration: Up to 26 weeks incl. 100 hrs placement. Payment plans available.
Entry requirements
- One of: CHC33021 or CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability); or CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability plus CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set
- Aged 18 or over
- In-house LLND test: the Solis College pre-enrolment language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills test (entry requirement)
Skills SA subsidised
$675
participant fee for eligible students
This training is funded through the Government of South Australia.
Entry requirements
- One of: CHC33021 or CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability); or CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability plus CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set
- Aged 18 or over
- Interview with our team
- Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment (Skills SA Upfront Assessment of Need)
Entry requirements
- One of: CHC33021 or CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability); or CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability plus CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set
- Aged 18 or over
- English: IELTS 6.0 overall or equivalent
- In-house LLND test: the Solis College pre-enrolment language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills test (entry requirement)
Fee for service
- One of: CHC33021 or CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability); or CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability plus CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set
- Aged 18 or over
- In-house LLND test: the Solis College pre-enrolment language, literacy, numeracy and digital skills test (entry requirement)
Skills SA subsidised
- One of: CHC33021 or CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability); or CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability plus CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set
- Aged 18 or over
- Interview with our team
- Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment (Skills SA Upfront Assessment of Need)
Where it can lead
- Senior disability support worker
- Disability team leader
- Behaviour support worker
- Community participation coordinator
- Accommodation support worker
Job outcomes depend on individual circumstances and are not guaranteed.
Course structure
10 units in total. Units checked against training.gov.au.
Core units (7)
| CHCCCS044 | Follow established person-centred behaviour supports |
| 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 units (3)
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
Course FAQs
How long does the course take?
26 weeks full time, including holidays, assessments and placement.
How much study is expected each week?
International students follow a full-time, face-to-face timetable of at least 20 hours a week, including class time and assessments. Placement is usually full time, Monday to Friday.
What English level do I need?
IELTS 6.0 overall or equivalent, no more than 2 years old, plus our in-house LLND test.
Can I get recognition for previous study or experience?
Yes. Credit transfer and recognition of prior learning (RPL) are assessed at enrolment and can shorten your course.
Where can this course lead next?
Start with CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support.
How long does the course take?
Up to 26 weeks incl. 100 hrs placement.
How is the course delivered?
Face to face on campus in Adelaide, or blended: on-campus classes plus supported online study. Plan for about 20 hours of study a week. Placement is usually full time, Monday to Friday.
Can I get a subsidised place?
Eligible South Australians may get a Skills SA subsidised place. Use the quick eligibility check.
Can I get recognition for previous study or experience?
Yes. Credit transfer and recognition of prior learning (RPL) are assessed at enrolment and can shorten your course.
Where can this course lead next?
Start with CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support.
Updated fee list coming soon
We are updating our course fee list. For current fees, please contact our team.
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