CHC33021
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

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Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

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Locations

North
Alanvale

North West
Burnie

South
Clarence

Attendance options

Full-time
Part-time

Study type

Apprentices/Trainees
Mixed Learning

Tuition Fees

Subsidised $ 2,420.00
Concession* $ 400.00
Commercial $ 8,882.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Make a difference to someone else’s quality of life and gain the skills and knowledge you need to start or further your career in Disability.

This course will equip you to support people with disability to live independently, promote choice and control, and enable opportunities to increase independence and skill development. You will learn how to read and follow individual plans, meet the legislative frameworks, work safely and become equipped to work within the disability sector. You will learn about skill development, community inclusion and current practices and frameworks that influence Disability work.

You will be required to participate in at least 120 hours of work placement to achieve the qualification.

On successful completion of this qualification, you will have the skills to undertake a number of entry-level roles in the Disability Sector or other community and health related fields.

*If you are already employed in the Aged Care or Disability industry, you may be interested in undertaking this course through an Australian Apprenticeship.

You will be required to participate in at least 120 hours of work placement to achieve the qualification.

On successful completion of this qualification, you will have the skills to undertake a number of entry-level roles in the Disability Sector or other community and health related fields.

*If you are already employed in the Aged Care or Disability industry, you may be interested in undertaking this course through an Australian Apprenticeship.

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Entry

Applicants are required to provide evidence of the following during the application process:

National Police check – Schedule 1- Any Child Related Activity

Working with vulnerable people registration (Volunteer status)

Upon receipt of your evidence, you will be invited to attend a 20 minute career conversation that includes a basic Language, Literacy and Numeracy task.

We encourage you to consider if this is the right course for you by reading the Informed Choices document (Word).

As part of the application process, and before being offered a place in the course, a member of our Team will contact you to discuss if this course aligns with your goals and aspirations, and to ensure that you are fully informed and understand the course requirements. This does not apply to apprentices and trainees.

Fees, payments and other costs

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For this course, you will need to pay for the following items:

National Police check $70.00
Working with vulnerable people card
- Employment / volunteer - $130.90
- Volunteer only - $22.44
- Change of class (upgrade from volunteer to employment or adding NDIS endorsement) - $108.46
Materials fees- $50.00

For courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

Desirable skills & attributes

The following skills and attributes will be useful to students studying this course:

People studying this qualification should have good communication skills, be physically active, demonstrate initiative, be able to work in a team and be good at solving problems.
Desirable attributes include being supportive, respectful, flexible, resilient, patient, responsible and wanting to make a difference in the lives of others.
We encourage you to consider if this is the right course for you by reading the Informed Choices document (Word).

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Generally, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection and up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as: pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Licensing and other requirements Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a CHC33021 - Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability).

Below is a list of all core and elective units that TasTAFE offers in this course. The selection of units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend and the qualification packaging rules. For further information refer to training.gov.au.

Core units
CHCCCS031	Provide individualised support
CHCCCS038	Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS040	Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS041	Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCOM005	Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001	Work legally and ethically
HLTINF006	Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control
HLTWHS002	Follow safe work practices for direct client care

Elective units
CHCAGE011	Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAGE013	Work effectively in aged care
CHCDIS011	Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012	Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020	Work effectively in disability support
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues
CHCPAL003	Deliver care services using a palliative approach
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid
HLTHPS006	Assist clients with medication

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Career opportunities

Disability Support Worker
Community Support Worker
Individual Support Worker
Community Access Worker
Residential Support Worker
Support Worker

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At TasTAFE, we understand that everyone's journey is different and sometimes you might need some extra support to achieve your study or career goals.

Whether you are at the very start of your training, returning to study after a long break, or looking to upskill in a specific area, we're here to help you to be successful in your chosen field of study, apprenticeship or traineeship.

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Elective units
CHCDIS011	Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS012	Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS020	Work effectively in disability support
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues
HLTAID011	Provide First Aid
HLTHPS006	Assist clients with medication

RTO 60142. CRICOS 03041M.

CHC33021
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

CHC33021
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

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CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Course overview

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Study type

Tuition Fees

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Interested in starting this course?

Information Session

Career opportunities

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Career opportunities

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CRICOS: 113407D

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Course Duration

Study Load

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International Programs Course Guide

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CHC33021
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)