Activ Pathways
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification equips job seekers with the knowledge and practical skills to offer person-centred support in the care industry.
Gain valuable knowledge and skills as a support worker in the disability sector, to foster independence and community access for people with disability. Learn how to provide daily supports, dignity and choice for the people you support.
Contains 15 Units of Competency, including 9 core and 6 elective units.
Duration: 12 months (1 day study per week + 1 day work experience per week)
Delivery mode
Activ Pathways offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
120 hoursYou will attend 43 virtual sessions, and 8 onsite sessions at our training facility in Bentley (75-79 Jarrah Road).
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
This qualification requires 120 hours of logged work placement (on the job experience to practice your skills).
Students must commit to complete a minimum of 5.5 hours work placement per week (in addition to classroom training). Pathways will assist students in finding work placements (day/s of placement will be subject to availability). Students are able to seek their own work placement if preferred.
You will require intermediate computer skills such as internet browsing, email, word processing, and presentation software.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Funding eligibility conditions apply – students must be an AU/NZ Citizen, Permanent Resident OR be on an eligible VISA (eg. International Visa 500 not eligible)
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) will prepare you for the following roles.
Personal Carer
Personal Carers assist elderly, disabled and vulnerable people with basic home services like cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, showering, dressi...
Aged Care Worker
Aged Care Workers assist the elderly at aged care facilities or in their own home. They help their clients prepare meals, go shopping, collect medi...
Residential Care Worker
Residential Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and group homes. They provide ch...
Community Care Worker
Community Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care and group homes. They provide children and adu...
Home Care Assistance Worker
Home Care Assistance Workers provide personal care services to elderly, disabled, and vulnerable people in their own homes. The focus of your job r...
Disability Support Worker
Disability Support Workers help those in need live their everyday lives. This hands-on assistance can take many forms, as these professionals aid a...
Trainee Support Worker
A Trainee Support Worker is employed in aged care or disability services to help clients with their daily activities. You might support people in t...
Home Carer
A Home Carer provides support to people with additional needs in their own home. You might work with elderly people or people with a disability. Ho...
Aboriginal Disability Worker
An Aboriginal Disability Worker works with Indigenous people with a disability to support them in their everyday lives. You might assist your clien...
Disability Service Officer
The duties of a Disability Service Officer are similar to, and can sometimes overlap with, those of a disability support worker. The main differenc...
Disability Team Leader
A Disability Team Leader oversees a disability support team in an effort to provide care and assistance to those needing help living their everyday...
Senior Support Worker
A senior support worker takes a leadership role in providing assistance for those in need, including those living with disability and aged citizens...
Mental Health Support Worker
A Mental Health Support Worker assists individuals with mental health issues in their daily lives and recovery journey. You might work in residenti...
Home Care Nurse
Home Care Nurses provide nursing support and personal care services to patients in their own homes — either a private home or residential care faci...
Disability Advocate
A Disability Advocate supports individuals with disabilities by ensuring their rights and needs are met within various systems. You may work in com...
Education Support Officer
An Education Support Officer provides vital assistance to teachers and educational institutions by supporting students’ learning and development. T...
NDIS Worker
An NDIS Worker supports individuals with disabilities to achieve their goals and enhance their independence. You might work in clients’ homes, comm...
About Activ Pathways
Activ Pathways offers a range of nationally-recognised training programs and professional development workshops to service our diverse community.
Established in 2008, we have grown to host a dedicated team of specialist trainers, designers, and support staff. Our diverse and inclusive team, proudly including people living with disability, have the expertise and passion to support you in your learning journey.
