Disability

Study Individual Support with are-able Education and Training

Enrol in a fulfilling career in the disability support sector with the Certificate III in Individual Support. This course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary to provide high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with disabilities in various settings, including community, home, and residential care. You’ll gain valuable experience working under supervision as part of a multi-disciplinary team focused on empowering individuals to live their best lives.

What students will learn:

• Personalised Support: Deliver tailored care to individuals with disabilities, focusing on their unique needs and preferences.
• Client-Centred Planning: Create and implement personalised support plans that promote well-being and independence.
• Effective Communication: Engage sensitively with clients who may have diverse communication needs, including those with complex disabilities.
• Facilitation of Inclusion: Encourage participation in social and recreational activities, enhancing clients’ quality of life and fostering community connections.
• Policy and Framework Application: Understand and apply relevant policies, procedures, and frameworks specific to disability support.

Career Pathways:

• Disability Support Worker
• Community Care Worker
• Personal Care Assistant
• Support Coordinator

Course Structure:

• Duration: 52 Weeks
• Industry Placement: 15 hours per week of practical experience in a disability support setting.
• Classroom Learning: 7 hours per week of face-to-face instruction.
• Self-Study: 7 hours per week to reinforce classroom and practical learning.

Qualification Overview:

The Certificate III in Individual Support focuses on the role of individuals providing support to people with disabilities in community, home, or residential care settings. Students will learn to follow personalised support plans, work under supervision, and deliver quality, person-centred care. The course emphasises understanding the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities, preparing students to effectively support them with compassion and professionalism.

Take the first step toward a rewarding career in disability support and make a meaningful difference in the lives of others!

This course is a pre-requisite for Certificate IV in Disability Support (CHC43121).

Study Disability with are-able Education and Training

Learn to support people with a disability by empowering them to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance, community participation and well-being.

Students will learn how to

• Empower people with disabilities
• Support the needs, rights, and interests of people with a disability
• Working collaboratively with industry stakeholders
• Support the care & well-being of disability clients
• Support the individual needs of the client
• Encourage participating in social activities
• Communicate with a range of disability participants with changing needs and other health barriers
• Implement organisation policies and procedures
• Support and implement the NDIS framework

Career Pathways

• Team Leaders / Supervisor
• Disability Support Workers
• Residential Support Worker
• Behaviour Support Worker

Course Structure:

• Duration: 44 weeks
• Industry Placement: 15 hours per week
• Classroom Learning: 7 hours per week
• Self-Study: 7 hours per week