Health Industry Training
Certificate IV in Disability
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Disability carers provide general household assistance, emotional support, care and companionship for aged and disabled persons in their own homes.
In Australia, disability services are managed by each individual state and territory. The national agenda and reforms, however, are determined by a collective group called the Community and Disability Services Ministers’ Advisory Council (CDSMAC). The Council is comprised of a representative from each state and territory to drive matters of mutual interest and progress key national reforms in the areas of social and subsidised housing (excluding homelessness), child protection, disability, carers, seniors, concessions, disaster recovery and community services.
Employment for this occupation rose very strongly in the past five years and in the long-term (ten years). Looking forward, employment for aged and disabled carers to November 2020 is expected to grow very strongly.
This is a very large occupation (134,000 in November 2018) suggesting that opportunities for aged and disabled carers should be available in most regions.
Delivery mode
Health Industry Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
It is compulsory for students to undertake 120 hours of practical placement for the Certificate IV in Disability Support.Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To enrol in the Certificate IV in Disability Support it is a requirement that students must have achieved one of the following:
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
- CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set
In addition, students are required to provide Health Industry Training with their Unique Student Identifier number.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Disability will prepare you for the following roles.
Disability Service Officer
The duties of a Disability Service Officer are similar to, and can sometimes overlap with, those of a disability support worker. The main differenc...
Disability Team Leader
A Disability Team Leader oversees a disability support team in an effort to provide care and assistance to those needing help living their everyday...
Disability Support Worker
Disability Support Workers help those in need live their everyday lives. This hands-on assistance can take many forms, as these professionals aid a...
NDIS Worker
An NDIS Worker supports individuals with disabilities to achieve their goals and enhance their independence. You might work in clients’ homes, comm...
Residential Care Worker
Residential Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and group homes. They provide ch...
Community Support Worker
Community Support Workers provide personal care services to the elderly, people with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health issues. They...
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