Certificate IV in Disability Work

Institution Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE Bendigo City Campus
Method On Campus
Location Bendigo
Type Certificate

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Certificate IV in Disability Work

Objectives Workers completing this course will apply their knowledge and skills to provide training and support with people with disabilities to enhance their ability to achieve greater levels of independence, self reliance and community participation. These workers report to service managers and may liaise with health professionals and other service agencies. They may also work without direct supervision and may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a limited number of lower classified workers. This training prepares you for work as a support worker in the areas of physical disability, sensory impairment and intellectual disability in both residential and community based settings.
Entry requirements You are expected to have the organisational, communication, study, numeracy and literacy skills appropriate for both the demands of the course and the workplace (approximately a year 10 level). Other Entry Requirements All participants are required to undergo a police check and/or working with children check before being accepted into this course due to the practical placement component. This is a requirement for anyone working in a direct care role in services funded by the Department of Human Services.
Academic title Certificate IV in Disability Work
Course description Key Study Areas

Key study areas covered include:

    * Supporting and empowering people with disabilities
    * Planning and implementing community integration
    * Developing strong relationships with people with disabilities, service providers, client support   networks, etc.
    * Supporting and working effectively with cultural diversity
    * Communication
    * Legal & ethical frameworks

Where    • Bendigo (City Campus)

Duration Options
The course combines classroom learning with on-the-job learning to integrate theory with practice. The course is full time over one year, generally in class for 3 days per week, and will entail field work placement.

The course is also offered flexibly to people who have a minimum of 2 years experience in this field.

Selection Process
• Group Interview
• Skills Test

Employment Opportunities

On successful completion of this course you will be able to seek employment in adult training and support services, employment services for people with disabilities, recreational services, respite services, educational settings, accommodation services and advocacy and information services. Your primary role will involve supporting and empowering people with low to high support needs, with various disabilities and family circumstances.

Further Study Options

On successful completion of this course, you may be able to gain entry into allied courses such as mental health work and lifestyle & leisure.

Pathways Courses
Certificate IV in Community Services (Lifestyle and Leisure) :: CHC41602
Certificate IV in Mental Health Work :: CHC41102
Diploma of Community Welfare Work :: CHC50702

Assessment

You will be assessed as part of this course.

Typical Course Content    (exact details may be obtained from the teaching centre)
CHCCOM3C    Utilise specialist communication skills to build strong relationships
CHCCS301A    Work within a legal and ethical framework
CHCCS303A    Provide physical assistance with medication
CHCCS405A    Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
CHCDIS16B    Provide advanced behaviour support
CHCDIS1C       Orientation to disability work
CHCDIS2C       Maintain an environment designed to empower people with disabilities
CHCDIS3C       Provide services to people with disabilities
CHCDIS4B       Design procedures for support
CHCDIS6C       Plan and implement community integration
CHCOHS302A Participate in safety procedures for direct care work
CHCORG5B    Maintain an effective work environment
HLTFA2A          Apply advanced First Aid

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of your current qualifications and prior learning: BRIT has processes to give you credit for relevant units from your prior study, and to assess your prior learning against units in a course.