RMIT University

22469VIC

Course in Introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

The Course in Introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme provides entrants who are new to this type of direct support work with an introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and an introductory understanding of working with an NDIS participant.

The vocational outcome of the 22469VIC Course in Introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme is to ensure entrants who are new to this type of direct support work have an appropriate introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and an introductory understanding of working with an NDIS participant.

This course is targeted at new entrants into the disability sector and provides a pathway to further qualifications – it is not intended as a replacement for full certificate-level qualifications. Individuals who attain this course and wish to continue working in the disability sector are strongly encouraged to further develop their skills and knowledge through the attainment of full qualifications.

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
  • RAAF Williams Base, Point Cook
  • 25 Dawson St, Brunswick
  • Plenty Road, Bundoora
  • 200 Ballarat Rd, Hamilton
  • 35 Victa Rd, East Bendigo

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

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

Course fees

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* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
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Study mode On Campus
Duration 2 Weeks
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Career opportunities

The Course in Introduction to the National Disability Insurance Scheme will prepare you for the following roles.

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

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

Personal Carer

Personal Carers assist elderly, disabled and vulnerable people with basic home services like cooking, cleaning, grocery shopping, showering, dressi...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $62,400
Entry barriers Low

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