Our nationally accredited CHC33021 Certificate III Individual Support (Disability) is designed to equip you with the practical recovery-centred skills to enable you to have a long and thriving career as a Support Worker. Youāll unlock a variety of job opportunities and step into an in-demand industry.
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Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
SKU:CHC33021
Join a booming industry and gain all the skills you need for lasting success as a support worker. Graduate ready to make an impact and provide exceptional support to vulnerable people.
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Nationally recognised accreditation
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Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
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Intro to Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
Empower Vulnerable People
Course breakdown
What youāll learn in this course
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
CHCCOM005
Communicate and work in health or community services
HLTWHS002
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCCCS038
Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS031
Provide individualised support
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
5/ modules
When can you start? Anytime you like!
There are no start and finish dates, no semesters, so no need to wait. Just enrol and start the path to your new life whenever youāre ready!
I completed the Cert III Aged Care and Disability course at Open Space Colleges from January to April, and I am thrilled to share my expe...I completed the Cert III Aged Care and Disability course at Open Space Colleges from January to April, and I am thrilled to share my experience with this institution. Having high hopes go...
I appreciated the course material and all the units.I appreciated the course material and all the units.
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Study for a minimum 24 hours per week to complete modules in 12 months
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Study for a minimum 17 hours per week to complete modules in 18 months
Your course may include work placement which will be completed in addition to weekly study blocks.
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Your trainer
Jacqualyn Lawrence
Jac is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience working in both aged care facilities and the disability industry. With a diverse skill set, Jac has held many positions in nursing, ranging from general nursing roles to coordinator and management positions.
Melissa Cockburn
Melissa has 17 years of experience in the healthcare industry as an Enrolled Nurse and a Personal Care Worker, working in both aged care facilities and a regional hospital. At the hospital, she worked across all areas, including acute care, the emergency department, and the theatre.
Paris Wilson
With nearly 15 years of experience in the disability support industry, Paris has dedicated a career to empowering individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling, self-directed lives.
Jacqualyn Lawrence
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Jac is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience working in both aged care facilities and the disability industry. With a diverse skill set, Jac has held many positions in nursing, ranging from general nursing roles to coordinator and management positions.
Jac is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience working in both aged care facilities and the disability industry. With a diverse skill set, Jac has held many positions in nursing, ranging from general nursing roles to coordinator and management positions. Jac has a passion for client wellbeing, ensuring clients receive person-centred care, and has a special interest in wound care prevention, management, and palliative care.
Jac also has a keen interest in coaching and mentoring staff, which led to a move into the training field. In 2021, Jac successfully obtained a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and began a career in training. Jac enjoys passing on knowledge to those just starting out in the industry or those looking to change careers
Jac also has a keen interest in coaching and mentoring staff, which led to a move into the training field. In 2021, Jac successfully obtained a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment and began a career in training. Jac enjoys passing on knowledge to those just starting out in the industry or those looking to change careers
Melissa Cockburn
Health & Community
Melissa has 17 years of experience in the healthcare industry as an Enrolled Nurse and a Personal Care Worker, working in both aged care facilities and a regional hospital. At the hospital, she worked across all areas, including acute care, the emergency department, and the theatre.
Melissa has 17 years of experience in the healthcare industry as an Enrolled Nurse and a Personal Care Worker, working in both aged care facilities and a regional hospital. At the hospital, she worked across all areas, including acute care, the emergency department, and the theatre.
Melissa has been a trainer and assessor for 15 months, delivering both online and face-to-face training.
Melissa has been a trainer and assessor for 15 months, delivering both online and face-to-face training.
Paris Wilson
Health & Community
With nearly 15 years of experience in the disability support industry, Paris has dedicated a career to empowering individuals with disabilities to lead fulfilling, self-directed lives.
Paris has worked across various areas of the sector, including community hubs, community inclusion, respite care, supported independent living, and mentorship. Specialising in active support, skill development, person-centred care, and dignity of risk, Paris is passionate about promoting high-quality support practices that enhance independence and well-being.
Since 2019, Paris has been training and assessing with the goal of igniting the passion for quality active support in the future generation of support workers. Paris holds a Certificate IV in Disability, a Diploma of Business, and a Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Since 2019, Paris has been training and assessing with the goal of igniting the passion for quality active support in the future generation of support workers. Paris holds a Certificate IV in Disability, a Diploma of Business, and a Diploma of Leadership and Management.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many hours of work placement do I need to do for Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
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