South West TAFE
Certificate IV in Disability Support
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Certificate IV in Disability will give you a real life hands-on experience of working with people with disabilities. Our course is structured to give you the best possible knowledge through training both at the TAFE campus and workplace experiences.
Certificate IV in Disability Support teaches you the knowledge and skills required to work as a Disability Support Worker within the disability sector and NDIS framework. The program prepares you to support clients in a range of settings including client’s homes.
The program focuses on the provision of person-centered support that aims to empower people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance, community participation and well-being.
As a graduate of this course you will be able to work without direct supervision and may be required to supervise others or a small team.
Delivery mode
South West TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 89 Bromfield Street Colac
- 193/197-205 Timor Street Warrnambool
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To apply for this course you must hold one of the following qualifications:
- Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) CHC33021/CHC33015* or
- Certificate III in Disability CHC30408 plus the Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set CHCSS00125.
- *If you have completed Certificate III in Individual Support CHC33015/CHC33021 without the disability specialisation but you have completed Disability Skill Set CHCSS00130, you will be deemed to have met the entry requirements.
You must be 18 years of age at the commencement of the course.
You must produce a clear NDIS worker screening check prior to beginning placement.
In accordance with Department of Health directives, all disability workers must be vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. This includes volunteers and students on placement. Therefore as part of the enrolment process for this course you must provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status. South West TAFE will be required to retain a copy of this evidence on your student file.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Disability Support will prepare you for the following roles.
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...
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...
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...
About South West TAFE
South West TAFE is a world-class educator in an idyllic regional setting at the heart of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road region.
As the number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, SWTAFE offers practical and inspiring teaching that prepares students for in-demand jobs now and into the future. Our focus is on delivering courses that give our graduates the skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.
We offer over 150 nationally-recognised qualifications and short courses, and all are delivered by people with practical experience and backed by strong industry connections.
