Certificate IV in Disability Support: Empower Your Career in Caregiving

CHC43121

Late 2022 the Australian Industry Skills Committee (AISC) announced new versions of Certificate III in Individual Support and Certificate IV in Disability.
The new certificates align with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Workforce Capability Framework and take in the recommendations of the Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety.
Students undertake disability or aged care elective units, which will give carers skills and knowledge for person-centred support across residential, home or community care settings.

CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support is a nationally recognised qualification suitable for Disability Support Workers, Personal Carers, AINs.
This qualification will empower personal carers with the necessary skills and knowledge to provision care to people living with disability, NDIS users and the elderly.
Work may be carried out in SILs, disability group homes and accommodation services, day programs, community care and private homes.
On completion of the course students will be job ready and able to provide personalised, physical, and emotional support and companionship to residents and participants.

Employment Opportunities and Job Roles with this qualification include:

  • Personal Carer
  • Disability Support Worker
  • SIL Manager
  • Group Home Manager
  • Assistant in Nursing
  • Life Enrichment Officer
  • Practice Leader/ Team Leader

Why Choose Wentworth College?

Industry-Relevant Training

Wentworth College specializes in B2B training, partnering with aged care, disability support, and community services organizations. This focus ensures our training is highly relevant and tailored to the needs of the industry. Students benefit from learning alongside peers who work in similar roles within SILs, Group Homes, Day Programs, and Home Care environments.

Networking and Support

Timetabled classes provide excellent networking opportunities, allowing students to share knowledge and experiences with colleagues in the same job role. Our trainers are industry professionals with extensive teaching experience, offering one-on-one support and readily available assistance for any queries. Fast-tracking options are also available for those who meet certain criteria.


Flexible Course Delivery

  • Mixed mode training and assessment for work-based students allows greater flexibility to balance studies, work routine and home life.
  • Convenient scheduling minimises impact on work rosters and travel time.
  • Part time delivery format includes timetabled fortnightly class attendance, self-directed learning, workplace hours and completion of assessment tasks.
  • Class attendance and participation is mandatory.
  • Credit transfer from previous study or any other relevant qualification, if applicable, may reduce attendance
  • requirements, study load and the course duration.
  • Course duration max 12 months.

Training and Assessment:

Includes:

  • Interactive and high engagement live Zoom classes.
  • Train and learn with classmates who are working in the same or similar job role.
  • Face to Face sessions at the workplace.
  • Self-directed learning (at home).
  • Written Assessment Tasks – Question and Answer and Small Projects.
  • Practical/Simulated Assessment Tasks.
  • Workplace visits, to conduct assessments, observations and provide face to face support.

Student Portal

Wentworth College offers the Cloud Assess online student portal, a paperless solution for training and assessment. This easy-to-use tool provides access to all training materials, assessment submissions, and feedback. Features include streamlined efficiency, a resources library, live marking, and more.

For those interested in broadening their career opportunities, you might also consider our Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, which offers additional skills and qualifications in leisure and health settings.

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Ready to enhance your career with the Certificate IV in Disability Support? Our team is here to help with any questions you may have about the course or enrollment process. Fill out our contact form to get in touch with us directly. Start your journey with Wentworth College today and gain the skills to make a meaningful impact in disability support and care.

Core Units (7):

CHCCCS044

Follow established person-centred behaviour supports

CHCDIS017

Facilitate community participation and social inclusion

CHCDIS018

Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach

CHCDIS019

Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs

CHCLEG003

Manage legal and ethical compliance

HLTWHS003

Maintain work health and safety

CHCMHS001

Work with people with mental health issues

Elective Units (3):

HLTINF006

Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

CHCCCS004

Assess co-existing needs

CHCADV001

Facilitate the interests and rights of clients


For further information about this qualification, click here.

Course Entry Requirements:

To ensure this is the right course for you, prior to the commencement of training, a Pre-Training Review will be conducted.

This starts with a conversation with our Training Manager who will provide comprehensive course information and answer your questions.

Learners must be assessed as meeting the following criteria:

Entry requirement, students must have completed CHC33015 Cert III in Individual Support (Disability stream) or superseded versions.
LLN Robot levels – entry at ACSF Level 3 (core skills, reading, writing, listening, speaking, numeracy, digital literacy).
Be an Existing Worker, Personal Carer in Disability Support Services, Aged Care, and/or Community Care, Health Care etc.
No criminal conviction that will appear on the National Police Check
Be of at least 16 years of age and completed Year 12 or equivalent.
An Immunisation certificate or Vaccination card may be requested.
Have basic computing skills and access to a standard computer or laptop.
Driver Licence or Photo ID.
Green Medicare card or evidence of residency.
Unique Student Identifier

Course Fees:

Course Fees:
Training in priority qualifications is fee-free and fully funded by NSW and Commonwealth government.

For more information about your eligibility for funding and the enrolment fee please contact us on 1300 138 792 or email info@wentworth-college.com

Alternately please express your interest by completing an online Candidate Eligibility Form, below

Eligibility Questionnaire

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