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CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

National ID CHC33021 State ID AE05

Unlock the skills to empower others with a rewarding career as a disability support worker and make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Learn the skills to offer personalised support to help your clients achieve their full potential, connect with their community, and pursue their personal goals through the Certificate III in Individual Support's specialised disability stream.

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This course remains FEE FREE in 2024! The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.

Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.

Overview

Campus Broome Campus | Halls Creek Campus | Kununurra Campus

When Semester 2, 2024

Study Mode On campus | Online

Training is focused on empowering and equipping students with the knowledge and competencies required of care workers to deliver individualised support to people with disability.

Students will be taught how to use discretion and judgement when providing support and to take ownership of tasks and outcomes.
 
Practical skills will be supported by factual, technical, and procedural knowledge and theories. Students will learn about the world of disability care, understanding how to support individuals with diverse needs, fostering independence, assisting those with cognitive impairments, implementing safety protocols, adhering to ethical standards, practising infection control, working with cultural diversity, and ensuring workplace health and safety. Learning will be supplemented by hands-on experience during mandatory work placements.

Please be aware that COVID-19 vaccination is an employment requirement for many healthcare providers. NR TAFE students undertaking work placements or who are required to attend a healthcare or community setting as part of their studies are advised to check directly with the healthcare provider regarding their policy settings around vaccination and proof of vaccination requirements.

  • Developing and implementing individualised support 
  • Infection control 
  • Client empowerment and facilitation of rights 
  • Community participation and social inclusion 
  • Cultural diversity 
  • Legal and ethical requirements 
  • Safe work practices 
  • You are over 18 years old.
  • You have the physical capability to undertake manual handling and to support clients.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Semester 2, 2024

Details

Duration 2 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Broome Campus
How On campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $323.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $323.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $323.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $323.00 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2024.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
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
National ID Unit title
CHCCCS036 Support relationships with carer and family
CHCCCS044 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
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

Details

Duration 2 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Online delivery
How Online

Course fees

Indicative General fee $323.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $323.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $323.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $323.00 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2024.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
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
National ID Unit title
CHCCCS036 Support relationships with carer and family
CHCCCS044 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
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

Details

Duration 2 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Online delivery
How Online

Course fees

Indicative General fee $323.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $323.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $323.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $323.00 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2024.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
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
National ID Unit title
CHCCCS036 Support relationships with carer and family
CHCCCS044 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
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

Details

Duration 2 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Online delivery
How Online

Course fees

Indicative General fee $323.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $323.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $323.00
(Tuition fee* $0.00 + Resource fee $323.00 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2024.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
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
National ID Unit title
CHCCCS036 Support relationships with carer and family
CHCCCS044 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
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

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