CHC43121 – Certificate IV in Disability Support
CRICOS COURSE CODE: 119087M
The CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support qualification prepares individuals to work in various community settings and people’s homes, providing support that empowers people with disabilities to achieve greater independence, self-reliance, community participation, and overall wellbeing. Workers apply a person-centred approach, contribute to or work within an individualised plan, and perform their duties with minimal supervision. They may also be responsible for supervising or coordinating small teams. The skills acquired through the CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support are applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian standards, and industry codes of practice. At the time of publication, no licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this qualification.
This qualification is ideal for those seeking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disabilities, fostering greater autonomy and inclusion in the community.
Career Outcomes
After completing CHC43121, you may be eligible for roles such as:
- Disability Support Worker / Disability Worker
- Senior Disability Worker
- Lifestyle Support Officer
- Behavioural Support Officer
- Support Facilitator (Disability)
- Disability Team Leader / Supervisor
- Day Support Officer
- Disability Service Officer
- Community Development Officer
Qualification Entry Requirements
Macallan Entry Requirements
- Students must be a minimum of 18 years of age, or turning 18 years of age prior to commencement of their study.
- Students require a completed Year 10 or equivalent; or Non school-leavers are selected according to eligibility and merit, vocational experience, previous study, LLN level and personal competencies .
- Student’s must have English proficiency as guided by Macallan College’s English Proficiency Policy and Procedures.
- IELTS Test – overall score of 6.0 (or equivalent) with no individual section score less than 5.5.
- Students need to be physically capable of performing manual handling tasks.
- To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 120 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
- Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check WWCC. Refer to section 2.2.3 for further information.
NOTE: All applicants from AL3 countries must sit an IELTS test.
- Pre-entry Oxford English online test result of no less than B2.2 with a minimum score of 71.
Course Duration
Course Duration:
52 WeeksPathways
- Diploma of Community Services
- Diploma of Mental Health
- Diploma of Disability
Certificate Issuance
- Total number of units = 10
- 7 core units
- 3 elective units
Qualification Rules & Units of Competency
7 core + 3 electives
The following lists of units of competency have been selected as being an appropriate combination and suitable for industry required outcomes.
| Units Code | Units | Core | Electives | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CHCCCS044 | Follow established person-centred behaviour supports | Core | |
| 2 | CHCDIS017 | Facilitate community participation and social inclusion | Core | |
| 3 | CHCDIS018 | Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach | Core | |
| 4 | CHCDIS019 | Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs | Core | |
| 5 | CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance | Core | |
| 6 | CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues | Core | |
| 7 | HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety | Core | |
| 8 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | Electives | |
| 9 | CHCCCS041 | Recognise healthy body systems | Electives | |
| 10 | CHCPAL003 | Deliver care services using a palliative approach | Electives |
Fees & Charges
Campus
- Adelaide
- Brisbane
- Perth
- Sydney