The Certificate IV in Disability Work  course is designed for those who are interested in working with disabled individuals. Disability workers provide training and support for people with disabilities. The goal of a disability worker is to enhance the lives of the disabled people by teaching them how to become more independent and community-oriented. Disability workers change the lives of the people they work with, making this occupation extremely rewarding.

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COURSE STRUCTURE

Successful completion of this course requires the fulfilment of 14 units of study: ten compulsory units and four elective units.

Compulsory Units:

• CHCDIS1C Orientation to disability work
• CHCDIS2C Maintain an environment designed to empower people with disabilities
• CHCDIS3C Provide services to people with disabilities
• CHCDIS4B Design procedures for support
• CHCDIS6C Plan and implement community integration
• CHCORG5B Maintain an effective work environment
• CHCCS301A Work within a legal and ethical framework
• CHCCOM3C Utilize specialist communication skills to build strong relationships
• CHCORG4A Follow the Organisations Occupational Health and Safety Policies
• CHCCS405A Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

Elective Units:

• CHCAC15A Provide car support which is responsive to the specific nature of dementia
• CHCAD1C Advocate for clients
• CHCCS401A Facilitate cooperative behaviour
• CHCCS304A Assist with self medication
• CHCCS6A Assess and Deliver Services to Clients with Complex Needs
• HLTFA301B Apply first aid

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COURSE DURATION

The hourly commitment for this course is as follows:

• 20 hours: Simulation/role-playing
• 200 hours: Supervised practical experience
• 336 hours: Total hours for this course excluding personal reading
• 200 hours: Personal reading and assignments

JTI offers flexible training that suits individuals and fulfils industry requirements. The flexible nature of this course caters to students in need of flexible work hours, such as working mothers and others who are currently employed and wish to either further their education or change career paths. The course duration ranges from 4 to 6 months.

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DELIVERY METHODS

The theory phase of this course is offered as classes at JTI. It includes face-to-face instruction by experienced trainers, and practical sessions involving small group and individual activities. The next phase of the course is a supervised job placement working with disabled individuals, either in a facility or in the community. JTI allows flexibility in the supervised job placement phase, but there are some stipulations. The student can decide on the location of placement as long as high-care needs are incorporated and as long as the student undertakes some morning shifts. Morning shifts are important because practicals for manual handling are taught in the morning. Each student will be assigned a supervisor in the facility or community who makes sure that all required hours have been completed.

The Certificate IV in Disability Work course may be undertaken as a traineeship programme by new or existing workers employed a minimum of 15 hours per week. Like the regular programme, JTI is flexible with the traineeship programme. The duration of the programme depends on the needs of the trainee completing the ‘on the job’ and ‘off the job’ requirements in 6 months (minimum duration) or 2 years for full-time workers.

This course is also offered online. All of the necessary resources and assessments for in-class training are available online, allowing those who cannot attend face-to-face training a way to learn online.