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Build a career in the ever-growing disability sector
Certificate IV in Disability Support is a nationally accredited qualification that will deliver the skills and knowledge you need to support the wellbeing of people living with disability. You’ll learn how to provide person-centred support, enabling them to live with greater independence and increasing their participation in the community.
Certificate IV in Disability Support includes seven core and three 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
There is no work placement for Certificate IV in Disability Support.
Work placement
There is no work placement for Certificate IV in Disability Support.
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 – Victoria
| Approx. Tuition Fee: |
Concession Fee (Subsidised Training) | Standard Fee (Subsidised Training) | Fee For Service |
| $AUD 0.00 | $AUD 0.00 | $AUD 2380.00 |
Fees – South Australia
| Approx. Tuition Fee: |
Concession Fee (Subsidised Training) | Standard Fee (Subsidised Training) | Fee For Service |
| $AUD 350.00 | $AUD 665.00 | $AUD 2380.00 |
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).
- 1 day per week, 9:30am-4:00pm, or
- 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.
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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