CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support in Nollamara WA

Course Overview

The CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support in Nollamara WA is an advanced qualification for individuals who want to develop specialist skills in disability support and progress into senior or leadership roles within the disability sector. This course focuses on person-centred services, community participation, and supporting people with complex needs across a range of disability and aged care environments.

Designed for students living in Nollamara and surrounding areas, this qualification builds on prior experience in individual support. Students gain practical knowledge in behavioural support, social inclusion, mental health awareness, and safe work practices aligned with current disability service standards in Western Australia.

Career Pathway

Graduates of the Certificate IV in Disability Support are well positioned for a variety of career opportunities within disability services and community care, including:

• Disability Support Worker
• Senior Disability Support Worker
• Disability Team Leader
• Disability Service Officer
• Community Support Worker
• Personal Care Assistant
• Lifestyle Support Officer
• Behavioural Support Officer
• Community Development Officer
• Specialist Disability Support Roles

These roles may be available across community services, National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) providers, aged care facilities, and supported living environments.

Training Location

Training is delivered at our modern Skills Centre located at:

Unit 2 / 22 Winton Road, Joondalup WA 6027

This location is easily accessible for students travelling from Nollamara and nearby suburbs. The venue is approximately a 10-minute walk from Joondalup Train Station, offers easy freeway access via the Mitchell Freeway, and provides convenient on-site parking.

Delivery & Duration

The Certificate IV in Disability Support in Nollamara is delivered through a blended learning model that combines face-to-face classroom training with supported virtual learning components.

Classroom delivery runs for approximately 10 weeks, with classes held 4 days per week from 9:00am to 4:30pm.

An additional 80 hours of work placement is required and is organised toward the end of the classroom component. Rolling intakes allow students to commence the course at multiple points throughout the year.

Course Units

To achieve the CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support, students must complete 10 units of competency, consisting of 7 core units and 3 elective units.

Core Units

• 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
• CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
• HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety

Elective Units

• HLTHPS006 Assist clients with medication
• CHCDIS021 Prepare for NDIS support coordination
• CHCDIS022 Coordinate NDIS participant support

Work Placement

Students are required to complete 80 hours of supervised work placement in an approved disability or aged care facility. This placement enables students to apply disability support skills in real-world settings, including direct client care, social inclusion activities, and supporting individuals with complex needs.

Work placement begins after classroom training is completed and all documentation requirements are met.

Enrolment Requirements

To enrol in the CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support, applicants must have completed one of the following qualifications:

• CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
• CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
• CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability plus the required bridging skill set

Students must also provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and the following documents before work placement:

• National Police Clearance
• Working with Children Check
• Updated Immunisation Record (COVID-19 and Influenza)
• NDIS Worker Screening Check
• Valid First Aid Certificate
• Hand Hygiene Certificate
• Infection Control Certificate
• NDIS Orientation Module

All documents must be submitted at least two weeks prior to placement commencement.

Eligibility & Lower Fee Course

Eligibility is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Applicants must reside in Western Australia and provide valid photo identification, proof of residency or visa status, and completed enrolment documentation.

Eligible students may access Lower Fee (government-subsidised) training.

Concession Fee: $261.60
Non-Concession Fee: $882.90

Fees are indicative and subject to confirmation during enrolment. Additional resource or administrative fees may apply.

Fee for Service Pricing

Students who do not meet eligibility requirements for subsidised training may enrol under Fee for Service.

Total Course Fee: $2,500
Deposit Required: $1,200 (non-refundable)
Payment Plans: Available, with full fees payable prior to work placement

Contact Us

If you would like more information about the Certificate IV in Disability Support in Nollamara WA, including entry requirements, work placement, or career pathways, please contact our admin team for assistance.