Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) serves as a pathway into Sydney’s booming community service and disability support sectors. Throughout this nationally recognised certification, you’ll acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to provide crucial support to individuals with unique needs.
Our comprehensive curriculum covers everything from tailored care plans to understanding legal responsibilities, ensuring you’re well-prepared for your career in disability care in Sydney. You’ll also receive the nationally recognised HLTHPS006 Assist Clients with Medication as part of your certification as well as HLTWHS005 – Conduct Manual Tasks Safely certification (valued at $145) at no extra cost!
Don’t let this opportunity pass by. Enrol online now to kickstart your career in disability care and community services at our Sydney training venue!
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CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
$599.00 (pay just $100 upfront)
Level 5, 169 Castlereagh St,
Sydney, NSW, 2000
9 Core & 6 Specialised Elective Units
Self-Paced Online Learning
Min. 6 x In-Person Workshops
120 Hours Work Placement
3 - 12 Months
Begin training as soon as you enrol
In our Sydney disability support worker course, students will learn the skills and knowledge to effectively seek work in the disability support and community services industry.
Our students acquire a diverse range of skills, from assisting clients with medication and fostering social inclusion to building relationships through interpersonal skills and more.
| Core Units | |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS031 – Provide individualised support | CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people |
| CHCCCS038 – Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically |
| CHCCCS040 – Support independence and wellbeing | HLTINF006 – Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
| CHCCCS041 – Recognise healthy body systems | HLTWHS002 – Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| CHCCOM005 – Communicate and work in health or community services | |
| Elective Units | Specialised Disability Support Units |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS017 – Provide Loss & Grief Support | CHCDIS011 – Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach |
| CHCCCS033 – Identify & Report Abuse | CHCDIS012 – Support community participation and social inclusion |
| HLTHPS006 – Assist Clients with Medication | CHCDIS020 – Work effectively in disability support |
| FREE – HLTWHS005 – Conduct Manual Tasks Safely (Statement of Attainment) | |
There’s nothing more rewarding than being able to provide support to someone in need. Become someone’s hero today.
To express your interest in our Sydney Disability Care Course, or to request further information, please get in contact with us.
Getting started in our Sydney Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) course is easy!
There are no previous academic or work experience requirements to enrol. However, there are some minimum eligibility requirements all students have to meet including:
Students must be at least 16 years old. Students under the age of 18 must submit a signed Parental Consent Form before starting their course.
Students must have access to a computer and reliable internet connection in order to complete any online components of your course.
Students must possess basic proficiency in written and verbal English.
Students must possess basic physical fitness to perform manual tasks such as moving patients.
Over the course of your Sydney disability worker certificate you’ll be required to attend a minimum of six in-person, practical sessions including HLTWHS005 – Conduct Manual Tasks Safely.
These sessions are designed to give you crucial hands-on experience that builds your practical knowledge and skills to effectively work in the disability and community care industry.
We’re all about giving you the flexibility to tailor your learning to your lifestyle. After enrolment you’ll be able to select your own practical sessions to fit around your schedule.
To complete your disability support course in Sydney you must complete 120 hours of vocational placement in a relevant industry workplace.
Before commencing work placement you must meet all the following requirements.
All costs associated with these requirements are the student’s responsibility.
Please note: requirements for work placement can vary in certain jurisdictions. Consult with our education team for more details prior to commencing your placement.
Domestic Students can enrol in Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) for $599.
Students are required to pay a $100 non-refundable deposit on enrollment with the balance of the course due at a later date.
Using our convenient, secure online booking platform you can pay for your course today using any Mastercard or Visa credit or debit card.
Get in touch with our specialist enrollment team to learn more about Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) in Sydney.
The average salary for a disability support worker in Australia varies between employers. On average, disability support workers can expect a salary of around $36.73 per hour.
Yes. If you are already working in a role where undertaking such training could be considered self-education, upskilling, or necessary for maintaining your position, then this course may be considered tax deductible. Speak with your accountant, tax specialist, or other relevant professional body for further information.
Often, yes. However, the difficulty of disability support work varies based on an individual’s skills, experience, and the specific needs of the clients. Providing direct client care through established person-centred behaviour often requires patience, empathy, and the ability to provide physical and emotional support.
The work may involve assisting clients with daily activities, implementing care plans, helping support community participation, and promoting independence for people with disabilities. Additionally, the role may require flexibility and the capacity to handle challenging behaviors.
This kind of work is not for everyone. However, for someone truly empathetic and willing to make sacrifices, it is equally rewarding.
If you’re interested in evolving your disability support career through ongoing skills development, further study is a valuable consideration. Healthcare is a diverse industry, and disability support is only one facet; it’s not overly difficult to move into other roles or fields. Some areas of further study include the following:
Aged care industry. An aged care course is most similar to a disability support course. Both are completed through a Certificate III in Individual Support, but through alternate elective streams.
Manual handling. Healthcare offered requires moving patients safely, a skill taught in a manual handling courses.
First aid. First aid provides a wide range of skills useful to disability support positions, as well as all other walks of life. CPR is one such notable skill.
A blue card. A working with children check is essential to expanding your healthcare career to work with children. Please note this course is not offered through Skills Training College.
A Certificate IV is the next step after a Certificate III level, and there are many opportunities each instructing students with different health skills. An advanced diploma affords similar opportunities. Currently, Skills Training College does not offer any Certificate IV courses in healthcare.
Finding work, work placement, or volunteer opportunities in disability support varies based on your career goals. Online searches can help you identify care facilities where volunteers are in high demand, offering you an entry point into the industry. Practical placement in a facility may lead to volunteer or employment opportunities. Your course trainer may also be able to point you in the right direction for work placement or employment opportunities.
No. While a portion of your disability support course is completed online, practical training is essential for acquiring the required skill sets. As a result, online training or distance learning for this course is not available.
Another reason online training is not possible is because this course requires students to complete work placement in a real world setting. A simulated workplace environment is not an acceptable substitute for actual workplace training.
In some circumstances. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency for this course as part of another qualification and are able to provide us with appropriate evidence you may be not be required to retake those portions of the course. Please contact us to discuss this further, and we can help you determine whether your previous studies are acceptable for recognition of prior learning.
You do not need to take an NDIS worker screening check to enrol in this course. However, certain job roles that will be available to you after completion of your course may require one. Once you’ve received your Certificate III in Individual Support and are ready to start applying for relevant positions, potential future employers should state whether they need an NDIS screening check, or you can reach out to them if you’re not sure.
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