Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Searching for that hugely rewarding career? That job where every day is different to the next and you can make a difference to another person’s life?
Launch your career in disability support services with our Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability). Enable people with disabilities to become more independent and get involved in community and recreational activities. Empower people to live rich and full lives.
This industry-designed qualification will give you the skills, knowledge and values to provide individual care to people with disabilities in residential, community, health care and NDIS settings. Plus, get industry experience and a thorough understanding of the needs of clients with disabilities.
Go on to find a meaningful career as a disability support worker, personal care assistant, residential care officer, accommodation support worker, or NDIS support worker.
Launch your career in disability support services with our Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability). Enable people with disabilities to become more independent and get involved in community and recreational activities. Empower people to live rich and full lives.
This industry-designed qualification will give you the skills, knowledge and values to provide individual care to people with disabilities in residential, community, health care and NDIS settings. Plus, get industry experience and a thorough understanding of the needs of clients with disabilities.
Go on to find a meaningful career as a disability support worker, personal care assistant, residential care officer, accommodation support worker, or NDIS support worker.
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Duration
6 months full time
Intakes
Wantirna (March, August) - View application and start dates
Study mode
- Full-time
This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.
Study this course for free in 2020
You could have your tuition fees covered in 2020 thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative.
You may be eligible if you are under 20 years old, or enrolling in a course at a higher level than you have completed before.
If you don't tick either of these boxes, you could still have a chance! There are other factors, too.
The best way to find out if you’re eligible is to apply.
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
The Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is ideal for those who wish to work with people living with disability in both residential, community and health care settings. Workers in this sector assist to enable people with disabilities to be more independent, participate in community and recreational activities whilst ensuring a client-centred approach. This qualification, which has been designed by industry professionals, is suitable if you want to work on an individual basis as support for a person who has a disability. This kind of work requires discretion and good judgement as well as a solid base of factual, technical and procedural knowledge.
Course structure
To be awarded this qualification, students need to complete 13 units, including 7 core and 6 electives, and successfully complete a practical placement of 120 hours (typically within a three week, full-time block at the end of the Coursework).
Units of study
Core Units:
Provide individualised support (CHCCCS015)
Support independence and well being (CHCCCS023)
Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005)
Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
Recognise healthy body systems (HLTAAP001)
Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002)
Elective Units:
Meet personal support needs (CHCCCS011)
Support relationships with carers and families (CHCCCS025)
Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (CHCDIS001)
Follow established person-centred behaviour supports (CHCDIS002)
Support community participation and social-inclusion (CHCDIS003)
Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability (CHCDIS007)
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.
Career opportunities
Possible occupational roles may be found in a range of organisations that provide services to people with disabilities such as: disability support worker, personal care assistant, residential care officer, accommodation support worker, and NDIS support worker.
Aims and objectives
The course aims to provide graduates with the skills, knowledge and values to provide individual care to people with disabilities in residential, community, health care and NDIS settings.
Graduate skills
On completion of this qualification, graduates will have developed the skills to work with diverse people and to support and work alongside other health care professionals to provide effective and holistic care to individuals with a disability in the home and community. Students will graduate with solid industry experience and will have a well-rounded understanding of the needs of clients with disabilities, especially within the NDIS landscape.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Free TAFE! You could have your tuition fees for this course covered in 2020 thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative. Find out about your eligibility for Free TAFE.
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)Estimated course fees for 2020* |
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| Course fee options | Full course fee | Skills First Government-subsidised place | Concession rate | Is this a Free TAFE course? |
| Total Cost (GST Free) | $8,280 | $1,960 | $392 | Yes |
Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.
Free TAFE Government-subsidised place
You could have your tuition fees covered thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
You could have your tuition fees covered thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
This course is delivered with state government funding.
Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.
Concession rates for vocational students
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession if you meet the eligibility criteria. Concession rates usually provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications.
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.
The eligibility criteria are set by the Victorian Government and assessed by Swinburne in accordance with government directives, which are subject to change at any time.
Full course fee
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.
Indicative nominal course hours: 715.
Entry requirements
Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history.
Additional requirements
The following additional criteria for entry apply for this course:
- National Police Check, with no disclosable offences, to be obtained at least 10 weeks prior to clinical placement commencement.*
- Working with Children Check (Volunteer or Employee) for the duration of the program.
- Immunisations are a requirement to work within health, and up-to-date evidence of immunisations are required to complete assessment requirements within the workplace. If you are not willing to provide up-to-date evidence, you will not be eligible to complete this program.
- Measles/Mumps/Rubella
- Diphtheria/Tetanus/ Pertussis (Whooping Cough)
- Poliomyelitis
- Varicella (Chickenpox)
- Hepatitis A/Hepatitis B
- Influenza (Annual requirement)
For more information about the minimum immunisation requirements please visit the https://www2.health.vic.gov.au/Api/downloadmedia/%7BB7C117DA-6394-40C5-8D61-BCCF1D6EAC5C%7D
Additional immunisations may be required in response to any changes in Government policy or the specific requirements of the organisation you attend for your clinical placement. Further information will be provided at the commencement of the course.
Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply. Please note that the duties of a disability worker may be quite physically demanding and should be considered &/or discussed before applying if there are any concerns.
*If a candidate believes there would be a disclosable issue on their national police check, a confidential conversation will be required prior to enrolment to determine suitability for work within the healthcare environment.