About this course
Are you looking to become a supervisor in the disability sector? This training allows you to become an important part of helping in a range of community settings and peoples’ homes.
Build your understanding and skills to support people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of:
- independence
- self-reliance
- community participation
- well-being.
You will learn how to:
- support people with complex needs
- work with people with mental health issues
- develop a person-centered approach and
- work according to legal and ethical standards.
This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Completion of:
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
OR:
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
OR:
- CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability AND
- CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set.
This course can be done as a traineeship. You’ll get technical knowledge through coursework and hands-on experience through paid work. On completion you will receive a nationally recognised qualification.
To enrol as a trainee, you’ll need:
- a job in a relevant workplace in the same field as your course, and
- an employer willing to sign a Commonwealth Government ‘Training Contract’ and support your learning at work.
To get started:
- contact an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider for information on finding an employer and for ongoing support
- find a course provider that delivers the course as a traineeship.
To get help:
- contact the TAFE and Training Line
- visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page
- visit Apprenticeships Victoria.
Core units
Unit title Unit code Follow established person-centred behaviour supports CHCCCS044 Facilitate community participation and social inclusion CHCDIS017 Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach CHCDIS018 Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs CHCDIS019 Manage legal and ethical compliance CHCLEG003 Work with people with mental health issues CHCMHS001 Maintain work health and safety HLTWHS003 Elective units
Unit title Unit code Demonstrate leadership in the workplace BSBLDR411 Lead effective workplace relationships BSBLDR413 Implement continuous improvement BSBSTR402 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients CHCADV001 Provide advocacy and representation services CHCADV002 Provide services for older people CHCAGE009 Provide support to people living with dementia CHCAGE011 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context CHCAOD001 Address the needs of people with chronic disease CHCCCS001 Assist with movement CHCCCS002 Assess co-existing needs CHCCCS004 Conduct individual assessments CHCCCS005 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery CHCCCS006 Develop and implement service programs CHCCCS007 Develop strategies to address unmet needs CHCCCS008 Maintain a high standard of service CHCCCS010 Provide loss and grief support CHCCCS017 Provide suicide bereavement support CHCCCS018 Recognise and respond to crisis situations CHCCCS019 Transport individuals CHCCCS026 Identify and report abuse CHCCCS033 Facilitate independent travel CHCCCS034 Support people with autism spectrum disorder CHCCCS035 Support relationships with carer and family CHCCCS036 Visit client residence CHCCCS037 Coordinate and monitor home-based support CHCCCS039 Recognise healthy body systems CHCCCS041 Prepare meals CHCCCS042 Support positive mealtime experiences CHCCCS043 Use communication to build relationships CHCCOM002 Develop and use strategies for communication with augmentative and alternative communication systems CHCDIS014 Develop and provide person-centred service responses CHCDIS015 Develop and promote positive person-centred behaviour supports CHCDIS016 Work effectively in disability support CHCDIS020 Prepare for NDIS support coordination CHCDIS021 Coordinate NDIS participant support CHCDIS022 Provide specialised support CHCDIS023 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety CHCDIV002 Manage and promote diversity CHCDIV003 Meet statutory and organisation information requirements CHCINM001 Develop, implement and review quality framework CHCMGT001 Manage partnership agreements with service providers CHCMGT002 Work effectively in trauma informed care CHCMHS007 Deliver care services using a palliative approach CHCPAL003 Contribute to planning and implementation of care services using a palliative approach CHCPAL004 Confirm physical health status HLTAAP002 Follow basic food safety practices HLTFSE001 Assist clients with medication HLTHPS006 Recognise and respond to oral health issues HLTOHC007 Manage work health and safety HLTWHS004
Course providers
This course is offered by the following providers. Click on the links to the provider websites for the latest information on course details, fees and how to apply.
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Bendigo
Delivery modes: Flexible delivery, Full time on-campus
Next steps:
- Visit Bendigo TAFE for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Elgar (Box Hill), City (Melbourne), Nelson (Box Hill), Lilydale Lakeside (Lilydale), Whitehorse (Box Hill)
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Box Hill Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Frankston Road (Frankston), Berwick
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus, Part time on-campus
- Visit Chisholm Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Mount Helen (Ballarat)
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Federation University for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Chadstone
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Holmesglen Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Broadmeadows, Essendon
Delivery modes: Flexible delivery, Part time on-campus
- Visit Kangan Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Preston
Delivery modes: Part time on-campus
- Visit Melbourne Polytechnic for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Warrnambool, Colac
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit South West TAFE for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Wantirna
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Swinburne University of Technology for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Footscray Nicholson (Footscray)
Delivery modes: Part time on-campus
- Visit Victoria University for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Corio, Warrnambool, Ballarat, Frankston, Highton, Flemington
Delivery modes: Online/off-campus, Part time on-campus
- Visit genU Training for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Mildura
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit MADEC Community College for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Swan Hill
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Murray ACE Training Solutions for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Head Office (Shepparton), Sale, Morwell
Delivery modes: Online/off-campus
- Visit Partners in Training Australia for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Doncaster East
Delivery modes: Part time on-campus
- Visit Pines Learning for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Wangaratta, Seymour
Delivery modes: Part time on-campus
- Visit The Centre for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Coburg, Braybrook, Epping, Werribee, Craigieburn
Delivery modes: Flexible delivery, Full time on-campus
- Visit VICSEG New Futures for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Live delivery virtual classroom
Delivery modes: Online/off-campus, Part time on-campus
- Visit Warner Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Yarraville
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus, Part time on-campus
- Visit Yarraville Community Centre for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Yarrawonga, Cobram, Wodonga (West Wodonga)
Delivery modes: Part time on-campus
- Visit Yarrawonga Mulwala Community and Learning Centre for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider