CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
- Work effectively in disability support (CHCDIS020)
- Identify and report abuse (CHCCCS033)
- Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
- Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support (CHCCCS038)
- Provide individualised support (CHCCCS031)
- Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control (HLTINF006)
- Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach (CHCDIS011)
- Support community participation and social inclusion (CHCDIS012)
- Provide First Aid (HLTAID011)
- Support independence and wellbeing (CHCCCS040)
- Work with people with mental health issues (CHCMHS001)
- Recognise healthy body systems (CHCCCS041)
- Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005)
- Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
- Follow safe work practices for direct client care (HLTWHS002)
This course has no current classes. Please
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Do you love helping people to reach their potential and be the best they can be?
Get qualified to work with people who have disabilities, a fast growing sector in the Hunter and Mid-North Coast region. This qualification will give you the skills and knowledge you need to find a job and follow your passion! Atwea College offers a great learning opportunity in a supportive environment to get skills, gain valuable work experience and a chance to find a job in this area after you have completed your study.
Duration
Part time 2 days a week for 24 weeks
Full time 3 days a week for 18 weeks
PLUS 120 hours required at work placement
Delivery
Face to face with online elements
Learn
9 core units and 6 elective units
| Core Units | Elective Units |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS031 Provide individualised support | CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support |
| CHCCCS038 Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support | HLTAID011 Provide First Aid |
| CHCCCS040 Support independence and wellbeing | CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion |
| CHCCCS041 Recognise healthy body systems | CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing sills development using a strength based approach |
| CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services | CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people | CHCCCS033 Identify and report abuse |
| CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically | |
| HLTINF006 Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control | |
| HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
Career Opportunities
Disability Support Worker, Community Care Worker, Residential Care Worker
Qualification Achieved
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Fees
This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria applies.
To get an estimate of your student fee and find out if you may be eligible for Smart and Skilled funding, click here and follow the prompts to enter your details.
This qualification is a NSW Fee Free* course
*Eligibility criteria apply for selected certificates and diplomas.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites to enrol in this qualification however to prepare you for this course we suggest you have:
- Basic computer skills
- A reasonable level of fitness to carry our manual handling and first aid
Important Information
This qualification contains content, concepts and scenarios that may be distressing to people who have experienced traumatic events. Please consider your personal resilience and any potential emotional triggers when participating in this qualification and in any future employment in this field.
Completion Requirements
During your study you will be required to provide Atwea/work placement the following evidence:
- A National Police Check
- A NDIS Worker Check (if applicable)
- Vaccinations which may include COVID (if applicable)
- A Working with Children Check (if applicable)
- Any other evidence your work placement provider requires
Support
Atwea provides support services across all campuses and locations and online.
Pathway
These units may be used as credit transfers on successful completion to complete other qualifications in the community services training package
How to Enrol
Enquire Now or call 02 4925 4200 or Enrol now if a class is available at one of our many campus locations.
TRAINING LOCATIONS:
Raymond Terrace Bowling Club
2 Jacaranda Ave, Raymond Terrace
- To enrol in the 2 day per week class commencing Tuesday 11 February 2025, CLICK HERE
Atwea College Elermore Vale
112 Lake Road, Elermore Vale
- To enrol in the 3 day per week class commencing Monday 10 February 2025, CLICK HERE
Atwea College Raymond Terrace Campus
15 William St, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324
There are currently no classes scheduled at this location. Please press the enquire now button or call 02 4925 4200 to enquire about future classes at this location
Atwea College Cessnock Campus
9B Hall Street, Cessnock
There are currently no classes scheduled at this location. Please press the enquire now button or call 02 4925 4200 to enquire about future classes at this location
Atwea College Tuncurry Campus
104 Manning Street, Tuncurry NSW 2428
There are currently no classes scheduled at this location. Please press the enquire now button or call 02 4925 4200 to enquire about future classes at this location
Atwea College Newcastle Campus
Delivery location will be determined by demand
There are currently no classes scheduled at this location. Please press the enquire now button or call 02 4925 4200 to enquire about future classes at this location
Multi Purpose Centre
9 Thorne Street, Toronto NSW
There are currently no classes scheduled at this location. Please press the enquire now button or call 02 4925 4200 to enquire about future classes at this location.