- Only Australian citizens or residents are eligible to apply for this course. We are not CRICOS registered and are unable to accept enrolments from International Student Visa holders (Subclass 500)
Course Overview
If you have a natural passion to help others, consider a CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability. Help people with disabilities live life to the fullest!
The disability sector is a dynamic and rapidly growing industry and there is a high demand for skilled workers. With our Nationally Recognised CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability, you will learn to provide training and support in a manner that empowers people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance, community participation and well-being. You will also learn how to manage legal and ethical compliance and follow safe work practices.
In this rewarding role, you will get the opportunity to help and work with children, people with special needs, older Australians and people from different cultural backgrounds. This qualification is also the minimum requirement to move into a leadership role in this sector.
Industry Outlook:
- Salary: $1,265 Average Weekly Salary
- Job Growth: Very Strong
- Employment Size: 222,300 by 2024
- Industry Growth: 25% project growth by 2024
Campus Locations
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Behavioural Support Officer
- Community Development Officer
- Day Support Disability Officer
- Disabilities Supervisor
- Disability Service Officer
- Disability Support Assistant (Schools)
- Disability Team Leader
- Job coordinator
- Lifestyle Support Officer
- Local area coordinator
- Marketing Coordinator (Disability)
- Project Officer
- Senior Disability Worker
- Senior Personal Care Assistant
- Social Educator (Disability)
- Social trainer
- Support Facilitator
Recognition
Study Method
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
Duration and Study Load
- Up to 12 months
Entry Requirements
- It is preferred that students have obtained a minimum of a School Certificate or equivalent. Students will be required to complete and pass a Working with Vulnerable People Check (including a National Police Check) in the state or territory that they are working in prior to commencing work
- Students will need to be able to access and use a personal computer including internet connection, word processing and spreadsheet processing software, for example, MS Word and Excel
Course Features
Study with confidence:
- Nationally Recognised Qualification
- Industry Work Placement
- Support Industry
- Experienced Trainers
- Job-Ready Skills Training
- Dedicated Support and Guidance
- Government Funding
- Local Campuses
Work Placement
- Students must undertake a minimum of 120 logged working hours within an Approved Service which will allow you to complete a range of applicable work tasks
- If students are not currently working for a suitable facility, students are encouraged to locate their own work placement locations. Your trainer will be able to assist if you have any difficulties.
- Students will be provided with a Practicum Booklet that will detail the tasks to be completed and log the work placement hours
- The Trainer/ Assessor will visit each student in the workplace to assess the skills required in this qualification
Recognition of Prior Learning
- Collaboration Learning recognises that some students have had previous experience and learning whether that be working in the industry or completion of a previous course of study
- We are happy to discuss Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) with students. Each student requesting RPL will be interviewed and they should provide a portfolio of evidence to support their application and may be assessed on the job
- On-the-job assessments can be conducted to assess current skills and knowledge
Testimonials
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"I really enjoy and at the opportunity, I had to do my course in Certificate 3 Individual Support. I have so much fun and the experience was great got so much help and support. Now I’ve finished my course and I’m working as a support worker and really love my job and what I do. Once again thank you for what you have done to get me this far in my job."Jacob TurnerCertificate III in Individual Support
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"Amazing learning experience, helpful teachers! I had an amazing experience in my learning path for my new career and the teachers are amazing and helpful in your studies. I would definitely choose them for more learning experiences if I need to build on my career. I personally had trouble at the start of the course due to not studying in years. In-class teaching worked well for me."Joanne HallCertificate IV in Ageing Support
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"Great course, supportive environment! I completed my Certificate III in Early Childhood Education. They have a fantastic team and I really enjoyed studying with them. My teacher was great with helping me, replying quickly to emails and marking assessments, and very encouraging. I found the coursework to be well laid out and easy to understand and follow. "LaelCertificate III in Early Childhood Education and Care
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About Collaboration Learning
Collaboration Learning is one of the leading Registered Training Organisations in Queensland. We offer Nationally Recognised Qualifications in various sectors including aged care, community services, child care, business and supply chain operations.
Our FlexStudy program gives learners the opportunity to study in a flexible, blended way that allows them to achieve their study goals. We recognise that all learners are different, and our FlexStudy program caters for all cohorts of students including jobseekers, existing workers and trainees and apprentices.
FlexStudy is a blended model, where students have access to their learning content online and can study in their own time as well as having the benefit of structured face-to-face training, web-based workshops, practical days, workplace visits; students choose the pathway that suits them. Students can also visit one of our CollabHubs to enjoy a (good) coffee and spend time with their trainer for support or face to face learning sessions.
Our student support team and trainers are committed to guiding students from the start till the completion of their course.
Whether you are a job seeker looking to get job-ready or an existing worker wanting to upskill, we are dedicated to providing the best training outcomes so you succeed in your education and career goals!
Collaboration Learning is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO #52247).
