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Build a Career in Disability Support

The CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support prepares you for meaningful roles coordinating and delivering care for people living with disability. Complete in 36 weeks.

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CHC43121National Code
36 WeeksCourse Duration
90 hrsWork Placement
BlendedDelivery
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What You Get

Everything That Comes With This Course

Work Placement Coordination

The MCIE Work Placement Coordinator will organise your 90-hour placement with one of their host employers.

Blended Learning Delivery

Program is delivered both in real-time at MCIE's campus and remotely with 5 hours classes and 2.5 hours tutorials per week.

Online Assessments and Resources

Assessments and resources available online via the Learning Management System.

Nationally Recognised Training

Leads to an Australian Qualification that complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) or a Statement of Attainment.

Inclusive Learning Environment

MCIE welcomes all people with disabilities, learning differences and medical conditions with reasonable adjustments where applicable.

RPL and Credit Transfer Available

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT) are available. Credit Transfer is included of charge. RPL application fees are per hour.

Earn & Learn Recruitment Access

The provider has a large network of domestic marketing partners and international education agents/partners across multiple countries facilitating student enrolments.

Career & Employment Support

Melbourne City Institute of Education provides dedicated career services including job search assistance, resume writing, and interview preparation to help graduates find employment.

Student Wellbeing Support

Committed ongoing support to participants whilst training; post placement support available.

Funding May Apply

You may be eligible under Victorian and Commonwealth government funding. Your eligibility is confirmed when you enquire.

90 hours of work placement, coordinated for you
Where This Can Take You

The Roles This Qualification Opens

Roles this nationally recognised qualification can lead to. Salary ranges shown are published by the provider for this course.

Care Coordinator
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.
Disability Coordinator
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.
Disability Support Worker
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.
Development Officer
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.
Behavioural Support Officer
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.
Lifestyle Support Officer
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.
Senior Personal Care Assistant
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.
Supervisor
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.
Social Educator
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.
Social Trainer
$63,901 to $78,698 a year
Based on average weekly earnings of $1,382 for Aged and Disabled Carers per LabourMarketInsights.gov.au.

Salary ranges are indicative and vary by state, setting and experience. No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 10 Units Behind The Qualification

Every unit is nationally recognised and sits on your transcript individually, which matters for credit and recognition later.

10Total Units
7Core Units
3Electives
90Placement Hours

Core Units

HLTWHS003Maintain work health and safety
CHCLEG003Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCDIS018Facilitate ongoing skills development using a person-centred approach
CHCDIS019Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs
CHCCCS044Follow established person-centred behaviour supports

 

CHCDIS017Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
CHCMHS001Work with people with mental health issues

Elective Units

CHCCCS041Recognise healthy body systems
CHCADV002Provide advocacy and representation services
CHCAGE011Provide support to people living with dementia
From Past Students

What Students Say About It

Great course structure and staff! Recently I've completed Cert IV in Disability. As a mature aged student, I found the course very structured and easy to complete. With the guidance of my trainer, Sonia and the management staff, my time in completing the course was an easy journey.
James · Provider Website
Fantastic course - well run. I enjoyed my time at MCIE, the trainers were very professional.
Joe · Provider Website
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

18 or over at enrolment
Australian citizen or permanent resident
Meet language, literacy and numeracy standards for this level
CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set
Must complete a Pre-Training Review

How It Starts

01
Complete Pre-Training Review
02
Meet LLN skill standards
03
Demonstrate suitability as a candidate
04
Obtain or provide USI number
05
Enquire or apply online
The Money Part

Ways To Pay For It

Pay Upfront

Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

Government subsidised fee – Regional VIC delivery

Subsidised fee for eligible students. Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

Government subsidised fee – Metropolitan Melbourne delivery

Subsidised fee for eligible students. Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

Concession fee – Regional VIC delivery

Subsidised fee for eligible students. Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

Concession fee – Metropolitan Melbourne delivery

Subsidised fee for eligible students. Confirmed by the provider when you enquire.

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Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

What are the entry requirements for this course?

Entry requirements can vary and may include language, literacy, and numeracy assessments. The course welcomes students with disabilities, learning differences, and medical conditions, with reasonable adjustments available. Submit an enquiry to confirm the specific entry criteria that apply to you.

How much does the Certificate IV in Disability Support cost?

Pricing depends on your individual circumstances, including eligibility for government funding. Submit an enquiry to get up-to-date details on fees and any funding options that may apply.

How long does the course take to complete?

The course runs for 36 weeks. It is delivered in a blended format with approximately 5 hours of classes and 2.5 hours of tutorials per week. The 90-hour work placement is completed as part of the program.

How is the course delivered?

Delivery is blended, combining real-time on-campus sessions at Melbourne City Institute of Education with remote learning. It is not fully online or self-paced. Assessments and resources are accessible through an online Learning Management System.

What is involved in the work placement?

The course includes 90 hours of supervised work placement. A dedicated Work Placement Coordinator arranges placement with a host employer from an established network, so students do not need to source their own placement. Post-placement support is also available.

What roles can this qualification prepare me for?

Graduates may move into roles such as Disability Support Worker, Care Coordinator, Disability Coordinator, Behavioural Support Officer, and Supervisor, among others. These roles are found in community, residential, and government disability support settings. The qualification prepares students for these opportunities, employment outcomes will vary.

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This nationally recognised Certificate IV in Disability Support covers the skills needed to work confidently across a range of disability services. Students learn to provide person-centred support, facilitate community participation, and work within legal and ethical frameworks. The course includes 90 hours of supervised work placement, coordinated on your behalf.

Delivered by Melbourne City Institute of Education in a blended format, the program combines real-time on-campus classes with remote learning. Expect around 5 hours of classes and 2.5 hours of tutorials each week over 36 weeks. Assessments and learning resources are available online through a dedicated Learning Management System.

This course suits people entering the disability sector for the first time, as well as experienced support workers looking to move into coordination or supervisory roles. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer are both available for those with existing skills or study.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Registered Training Organisation

MC
Melbourne City Institute of Education
RTO 22172
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
Earn & Learn, the college's own recruitment service
Committed ongoing support to participants whilst training; post placement support available.
Nationally Recognised TrainingITECALes Toques BlanchesAustralian Culinary FederationCPA Australia
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