Course Description

 Disability Skillset

The course covers the skills and knowledge required to work effectively in a disability support work context.

CHCDIS011 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach

CHCDIS012 Support community participation and social inclusion

CHCDIS020 Work effectively in disability support

The units cover meeting job requirements, complying with organisational requirements and working in a disability sector context, to assist with supporting people with a disability in community participation and social inclusion using a person-centred approach.

Which involves enabling people to make choices to maximise their participation in various community settings, functions and activities to enhance psychosocial wellbeing and lifestyle in accordance with the person’s needs and preferences. 

People employed in the industry:

Carry out activities to maintain personal care and/or other activities of living for people with a disability. Carry out activities related to an individualised plan. Report directly to a supervisor and are not responsible for other workers.

Occupational titles may include:

Accommodation support worker, Assistant in Nursing Care assistant, Client assistant, Community access Coordinator, Community House Worker, Community Care worker, Community support worker, Disability support officer, Disability support worker, Family support worker.

Start: 1st November – 6th December 2024 x 6 Sessions every Friday

Time:     9.30am-3.30pm

 Contact:  Tomaree Community College to enrol on 02 4984 1011 or visit the College.

This training is subsidised by the NSW Govt for eligible students, call us to determine your eligibility

Nationally Recognised Training