CHC33021 Certificate III Individual Support (Disability)*
Become a job-ready Disability Support Worker with AHT.
If you have any questions or would like to discuss this course, call us on (03) 9894 3900 or schedule a call appointment.
Course Information
This qualification is designed for individuals working in community, home, or residential care settings. They operate within a multi-disciplinary team, under supervision and delegation.
Their primary role is to deliver personalised support to individuals who may need assistance due to factors such as aging, disability, or other reasons.
Some tasks may include: Personal Care, Mobility Support, Meal Preparation, Household Tasks, Emotional Support, Transportation, Implementing Care Plans, Behavioural Support, Advocacy and Community Engagement.
At All Health Training we're dedicated to inclusivity. We embrace access and equity principles, and we invite individuals with disabilities and from First Nations communities to apply. We believe in the strength of diversity and are here to support every learner in reaching their potential.
Job Prospects
Employment outcomes on completion of this course include varying roles which may include:
- Disability Support Worker (DSW)
- Community Support Worker
- In-Home Care Worker
Entry Requirements
This is an open entry program of study with participants needing to read, write and communicate in English to a level to perform the job.
- Students will be required to complete a “Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN)” evaluation to determine suitability for the course.
- Students must undertake a “Pre-Training Review” prior to determine suitable for the course.
- Students must be over 18 years of age to conduct practical work placement.
- Police checks are required which is included in the student fees and must be completed. If a student has a Disclosable Court Outcome registered against their name, we are unable to assist with placement as industry will not accept students without a clear record. This requirement is not negotiable. Please note, in Victoria this includes any offence that may have occurred up to 10 years ago.
- Students are required to obtain a volunteer Working with Children’s check (WWC).
- Students are required to be able to access appropriate technology (including a computer). Students must have sufficient digital literacy. Further details will be discussed upon application.
- Students will be required to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check . This is an additional cost – for further information visit https://www.vic.gov.au/ndis-worker-screening-check
- Students must also be able to provide evidence to All Heath Training of immunisation protection against COVID-19 (3 doses required) and a current flu vaccination in order to undertake practical placement.
Practical Placement
Practical placement of 120 hours is a mandatory requirement of this course. All Health Training will organise on our students behalf.
- The shifts that a placement provider will request students to work will vary.
- Some may have work during the day (e.g. 10am – 3pm for day and lifestyle programs), others may have morning and/or afternoon shifts (e.g. 6.30am – 9.30am & 3pm – 8pm for residential care).
- All providers request students to undertake placement in one block of time and as such, All Health Training suggests if you are already working you consider discussing and organising work and/or family care arrangements prior to undertaking practical placement to enable you to undertake these duties during the week.
- Practical placement will be commenced during the course and must be completed within 1 month after the course conclusion. Placement may not be available during the months of December & January due to restrictions with employers.
- Students will be required to wear an All Health Training polo shirt and name badge (both provided) on placement. In addition, long black pants & black closed in, non-slip shoes will be required which students will either need to provide or purchase at their own cost.
- Students may be asked to wear an N95 face mask or a surgical face mask whilst on placement
- Students may be asked for a negative Covid test prior to attending placement – this may be a RAT or PCR testing. This will depend on the host employer's policies and procedures, and will be communicated to each student as placement is coordinated.
Units of Competency
| Core | |
|---|---|
| Unit code | Title |
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CHCCCS031 |
Provide individualised support |
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CHCCCS040 |
Support independence and wellbeing |
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CHCCOM005 |
Communicate and work in health or community services |
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CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
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CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
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CHCCCS041 |
Recognise healthy body systems |
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HLTWHS002 |
Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
|
CHCCCS038 |
facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support |
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HLTINF006 |
Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
| Elective | |
|
CHCAGE011 |
Provide support to people living with dementia |
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CHCDIS011 |
Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach |
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CHCDIS012 |
Support community participation and social inclusion |
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CHCDIS020 |
Work effectively in disability support |
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CHCDIS013 |
Assist with communication using augmentative and alternative communication methods |
|
CHCCCS042 |
Prepare meals |
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CHCGRP001 |
Support Group Activities |
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HLTAID011 |
Provide First Aid |
Competency is assessed through a combination of practical application and demonstration of skills, research, analysis and completion of competency based workbooks.
Homework & At Home Study
Students are required to complete assessments outside of class time, which depending on a student’s underpinning knowledge, may be approximately 6 – 10 hours per week. Assessments will require access to a computer for research on the internet, accessing Microsoft Teams (AHT will provide you with on course commencement).
Delivery Options
- Classroom
- Flexible Learning
Duration
- Classroom day/evening courses: 22 - 30 weeks*
- Flexible learning program: 12 months
*Delivery locations and duration varies between intakes. Please see upcoming dates below.
Fun Facts: Job Outcomes
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Upcoming Dates
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Classroom |
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Training Days | Duration | Time | Location |
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22nd April 2024 |
Monday |
22 Weeks |
9 AM - 4:30 PM | Blackburn |
|
04th May 2024 |
Saturday |
22 Weeks |
9 AM - 4:30 PM | Blackburn |
|
27th May 2024 |
Monday |
22 Weeks |
9 AM - 4:30 PM | Narre Warren |
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29th May 2024 |
Wednesday |
22 Weeks |
9 AM - 4:30 PM | Preston |
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Flexible Learning |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Date | Delivery | Location | Duration |
|
By Distance / Practical Sessions |
Required to come to Blackburn for practical sessions |
Individualised Training Plan - Up to 12 months |
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Fees
| Government Funded | |
|---|---|
| Total Fee | $250 |
| Registration Fee | $250 |
| Tuition Fee | $0 |
| Resources Fee | $0 |
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Government Funded |
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|---|---|
| Total Fee | $250 |
| Registration Fee | $250 |
| Tuition Fee | $0 |
| Resources Fee | $0 |
|
Fee for Service |
|
|---|---|
| Total Fee | $1,690 |
| Registration Fee | $250 |
| Tuition Fee | $1,245 |
| Resources Fee | $195 |
All Health Training offer flexible payment plans for our full fee students. Speak with us to learn more.
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding under the Skills First Program and may impact your access to further government subsidised training.
Are you eligible for government funding?
Application
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Opportunity for Credit Transfers (CT) & Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
If students have already successfully completed unit/s of competency which are included within the qualification AHT offers, credit may be granted.
Competencies gained through other formal study or experience may be acknowledged through a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process.
Further Education
For career advancement, consider pursuing higher-level qualifications like the Certificate IV in Disability Support or Diploma of Community Services. These qualifications can open doors to supervisory or management roles in the disability sector.
Additional Skillsets for your consideration:
The Victorian Department of Education and Training, in partnership with industry, has created skillsets/courses/units focusing on family violence response and disability abuse prevention under the NDIS.
These units are crucial for future job readiness in various community roles in Victoria, and they differ from qualifications in terms of eligibility. Upskilling is not required for this free government initiative - $0 fees for eligible students. All Health Training provides public workshops for these skillsets, which we highly recommend completing either during or after your studies.
To learn more and apply, visit the links below. The skillsets of interest include:
- CHCCS00070 Assist Clients with Medication Skill Set
- 22558VIC: Supporting People with Disability in Medication Use
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