Overview
CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support at Open Colleges includes a structured work placement in a workplace of your choosing, where you can put your learning to work and gain practical experience in the industry.
This course includes a mandatory work placement to help you build essential practical skills. You'll need to complete 120 hours of placement, which is made easier through Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with trusted provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your placement for you, so you can stay focused on your studies. It's a great way to gain hands-on experience in your chosen field.
Potential career outcomes
- Behavioural Support Officer
- Community-Based Support Officer
- Disability Support Worker
- Disability Team Leader/Supervisor
Programme Structure
What do you learn in this course
- Manage legal and ethical compliance
- Maintain work health and safety
- Support relationships with carer and family
- Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
- Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
- Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 18 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
Language
Delivered
- Self-paced
Campus Location
- Sydney, Australia
Disciplines
Public Health Health Sciences View 21 other Short Courses in Health Sciences in AustraliaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
There are no specific academic score requirements for entry into this programme. Please visit the Open Colleges website to view all entry requirements.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Entry requirements differ depending on the course. Generally, students need to be at least 18 years old to enrol. If under 18, they’ll need permission from a parent or guardian. Students should have basic language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills to comfortably read course material, understand technical terms, and communicate via email.
- Please note: Only Australian citizens and residents can apply for this course. This course is not available to student visa holders.
Tuition Fees
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Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents3660 AUD / year≈ 3660 AUD / year
Funding
This is a fee-for-service course; government funding is not available. Payment plans are available. Discounts apply when you pay upfront, check the Open Colleges website for the latest promotion.