CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support

Last updated: August 10, 2026

Course Overview

This advanced course gives you the skills and knowledge to empower people with disabilities in their homes and community settings, supporting them to improve their independence, self-reliance, wellbeing and community participation.

Workers promote a person-centred approach, work according to and may contribute to an individualised plan, and work without direct supervision. They may be required to supervise and/or coordinate a small team.

Career Pathways

Upon completion, students may pursue roles such as:

  • Disability Support Worker
  • Disability Team Leader
  • Residential Support Worker
  • Community Access Worker
  • Behaviour Support Worker
  • Disability Services Officer
  • Support Coordinator
  • Employment Support Worker

CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support
  • Entry requirements
  • Units included
  • What You'll Learn

To enrol in this qualification, applicants must hold one of the following:

  • CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) OR
  • CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) OR
  • CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability plus CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set

and

  • Have technology to access course materials and submit assessments
  • Provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
  • Attend pre-enrolment information session and an interview
  • All students are required to complete surveys during their course and within three months of completing or discontinuing the qualification.

Core Units

CHCCCS044Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
CHCDIS017Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS018Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
CHCDIS019Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs
CHCLEG003Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCMHS001Work with people with mental health issues
HLTWHS003Maintain work health and safety

Other Units also included

  • BSBLDR411
    Demonstrate leadership in the workplace
  • CHCCCS008
    Develop strategies to address unmet needs
  • CHCCCS019
    Recognise and respond to crisis situations

Throughout this course, students develop skills in:

  • Person-centred support
  • Empowering people with disability
  • Individualised support planning
  • Community participation and inclusion
  • Communication and advocacy
  • Working within legal and ethical frameworks
  • Safe work practices
  • Responding to behaviours of concern
  • Supporting independence and wellbeing
  • Leadership and workplace responsibility

Qualification Details

  • Course Code: CHC43121
  • Qualification: Certificate IV in Disability Support
  • RTO Code: 0115
  • Nationally Recognised Training

At a Glance

  • Delivery mode: Hybrid delivery
  • Delivery Address:
    108 Bargara Rd, Bundaberg
  • Attend: Two 2-hour sessions per month onsite, or join online
  • Additional self-directed learning required between sessions
  • Duration: 12 months part-time
  • Total units: 10
  • Core Units: 7
  • Elective Units: 3

  • Fee For Service Cost
  • Eligibility for funding assistance

Not Eligible for Funding?

If you don't meet the eligibility requirements for available funding programs, please contact us. The full course cost is $2,500, and flexible payment plans can be arranged.

Email training@impact.org.au or call 07 4153 4233.

Funding available for eligible students. Eligibility criteria apply.

Contact IMPACT Community Services to discuss your eligibility.

Email training@impact.org.au or call 07 4153 4233.

Course details are subject to change. Applicants must attend pre-enrolment interview and confirm details before course commencement

Ready to take the next step?

Submit an expression of interest and the Training Services team will help you understand course options, eligibility and next steps.

Get in touch now!

Funding & Fees

Funding options may be available for eligible students. Course fees and co-contribution fees vary depending on the course, funding program and student circumstances.

Need help understanding funding options?

Our Training Team can help with course information, funding eligibility, student support services, enrolment enquiries, training records, complaints and appeals.

Phone: (07) 4153 4233 || Email: training@impact.org.au

RTO Code: 0115

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