C
ERTIFICATE III IN DISABILITY WORKThis qualification is part of the Community Services Training Package. Workers in this occupational group work in the community and/or residential facilities under direct or regular supervision within clearly defined organisational guidelines and service plans. These workers carry out activities related to the maintenance of an individual's personal care and/or other activities of living. These workers report directly to a supervisor and are not responsible for other workers.
Course Content/Structure
There are 14 units of competency which make up a Certificate III in Disability Work. Competency is required in all 14 units. There are 8 compulsory units and 6 electives to achieve this qualification.
Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/credit transfers on the basis of previous qualifications.
Further Study Links
Participants successfully completing this course may apply for entry into CHC40302 - Certificate IV in Disability Work.
Fees and Charges
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Qualification
As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion students will be awarded the Certificate III in Disability Work.
Compulsory Units| Code | Module Name |
| CHCADMIN5C | Work within the administration protocols of the organisation |
| CHCCOM2B | Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues |
| CHCDIS1C | Orientation to disability work |
| CHCDIS2C | Maintain an environment designed to empower people with disabilities |
| CHCDIS5C | Contribute to positive learning |
| CHCOHS302A | Participate in safety procedures for direct care |
| CHCORG3B | Participate in the work environment |
| CHCC405A | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers |
Elective Units(select 5)
| Code | Module Name |
| CHCAC2C | Provide personal care |
| CHCAC6C | Support the older person to meet their emotional and psychosocial needs |
| CHCCD12D | Apply a community development framework |
| CHCCOM3C | Utilise specialist communication skills to build strong relationships |
| CHCDIS15B | Provide behaviour support |
| CHCDIS3C | Provide services to people with disabilities |
Optional Electives
| CHCCS303A* | Provide Physical Assistance with Medication (2 day program) Note: There is a required level of numeracy and literacy skills to be able to complete this unit. Students interested in this unit will need to satisfactorily meet the requirements in an entrance test. |
| HLTFA301B | Apply First Aid (2 day program) |