RMIT University

CHC43115

Certificate IV in Disability

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

In this Certificate IV course, you will develop the skills you need to provide support and assistance in a range of disability settings.

You will be prepared to work across settings that include residential, further education, recreation and leisure, day respite and community access, supported and open employment, client’s homes and other community settings.

Increasingly, disability support staff work in support roles based in diverse locations, at varying times and in activities chosen by the person with a disability. In this nationally recognised qualification you will develop the skills, knowledge and competency to perform effectively in any setting.

Delivery mode

RMIT University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 124 La Trobe Street, Melbourne

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unavailable
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

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Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* Unavailable

Career opportunities

The Certificate IV in Disability will prepare you for the following roles.

Diversional Therapy Assistant

Diversional Therapy Assistants supports Diversional Therapists to run leisure and recreational programs for people living in residential care, or t...

Avg yearly income $52,936
Entry barriers Low

Residential Care Officer

Residential Care Officers lead personal care work teams at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and gr...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Lifestyle Coordinator

A Lifestyle Coordinator organises activities, events and outings for people living in a care facility. You might work in an aged care facility, a g...

Avg yearly income $70,200
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $49,920
Entry barriers Low

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