Build a career in the ever-growing disability sector
Support the wellbeing of people living with disability with Certificate IV in Disability Support. This remote learning course will develop your person-centred support, assess co-existing needs and facilitate ongoing skills development.
Learn how to best support people with a disability to live with great independence and increase their participation in the community. This course is your pathway to a fulfilling career in the disability sector, giving you the skills to make a real difference.
Certificate IV in Disability Support includes seven (7) core and three (3) elective nationally accredited units.
Where the course is not completed, a Statement of Attainment will be issued for any completed units.
Core units
- 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
- CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
- CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
- CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
Learners will be issued with a statement of attainment for all successfully completed units.
Work placement
To achieve the skill requirements of this qualification, students must complete 80 hours of work placement.
We are well connected with industry and will organise work placement for you that will satisfy the learning outcomes of your qualification. If the placement option we source is not suitable, you are welcome to source your own placement opportunity and we will assess if the learning outcomes will be met. Placement is unpaid.
If you are employed and wish to complete your placement hours with your current employer, your workplace will need to be assessed to ensure the learning outcomes will be met.
When you study with genU Training, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen qualification.
Entry requirements
To enter this course, you will need to have completed:
- 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.
Study requirements
Students will need to demonstrate that they have the appropriate:
- Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills
- Communication, documentation and research skills
- Physical capacity for manual handling
- Access to a laptop or desktop computer, with basic digital literacy skills
Students undertaking blended and/or online training will require intermediate computer skills such as internet browsing, email, word processing, and presentation software.
Assessment Conditions
To complete this qualification, you’ll need to demonstrate your skills in a workplace setting, as required by assessment conditions. genU Training will guide you on units that need workplace assessment.
Workstation setup
You will need a quiet space for study that has stable internet connection. You will also need:
- Web camera, microphone and speakers
- Smartphone with charger
- Earbuds or headphones
- Zoom video conferencing software.
Please note: You will need to turn your camera and microphone on, as required when using video conferencing.
What will you learn?
Certificate IV in Disability Support is your pathway to a fulfilling career in the disability sector. Graduate with the skills to make a real difference to people who need assistance due to disability.
Where could your skills take you?
- Disability Support Worker
- Senior Care Assistant
- Disability Support Facilitator
- Residential Care Worker
- Community-based Support Officer
- Employment Pathways Practitioner
- Support Coordinator
- Disability Support Team Leader
- Disability Employment Services Consultant
Student tuition fees are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. In addition to tuition fees, there may also be other charges such as material or amenities fees. A genU Training staff member can help you determine your course fees. A statement of fees detailing all course charges will be provided prior to enrolment.
For full details of genU Training’s course fees please visit our Fees page.
Fees – South Australia
Concession Fee (Subsidised Training) $350.00
Standard Fee (Subsidised Training) $665.00
This training is funded through the Government of South Australia.
Fee for Service
Students in all states who are not eligible for government funding can access this course at the fee for service rate.
Fee for Service $4300.00
CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support can be studied in the following modes and times:
Virtual Training Room (Day or Night) – Study in real time online with instructor-led sessions via video conferencing, supplemented with guided activities via the Learning Management System (eLearning).
- One (1) day per week, 9:30am-4:00pm, or
- One (1) night per week, 5:30pm-9:00pm.
NB: All study modes require students to undertake additional activities, including research activities, reflections and assessments via the Learning Management System (LMS).
Time zones: Local state time zones are observed.
Please select your preferred course location and date from the list below.
Click the Apply button and complete the online application. Once we receive your application, our Customer Enquiries Team will contact you to progress your application and advise of next steps. You can find out more about the application process.
If you need support to complete your application, we are happy to help. Simply call 1300 582 687 or contact us online.
genU Training is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment for all learners. As part of our registration as an RTO, we are required to report certain demographic data, and the systems we currently use limit some response options. While these questions are a legal requirement and do not affect the quality of training we deliver, we acknowledge that they may not fully capture the diverse range of identities and experiences, particularly regarding gender, disability, legal and preferred names and employment status.
To better support our inclusive community, we may ask for additional information during the Pre-Training Review Interview, including your preferred name, gender identity, disability, or other relevant details. This ensures we meet reporting requirements, provide appropriate learning supports, and communicate with you in a way that aligns with your preferences. Your input is valued and helps us create a learning experience that respects and reflects who you are.
Certificate IV in Disability Support
CHC43121
Study Mode:
Online delivery (day or night) via virtual training room.
Course Length
8 months
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