Apex Training Institute
Certificate IV in Disability Support
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability Support is designed for those looking to build a rewarding career in social care and healthcare. Over 1.2 million Australians have received disability or Home and Community Care (HACC) support since 2016, highlighting the growing need for skilled professionals in this field.
Through this nationally recognised qualification, you’ll learn to provide person-centred support, facilitate community participation, and follow safe work practices. The course empowers you to help people with disabilities achieve greater independence, self-reliance, and improved quality of life.
This course is available for domestic students only.
Delivery mode
Apex Training Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
120 hoursEntry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Completion of any of these prerequisite Certificates:
- CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or;
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or;
- CHC30408 Certificate III in Disability PLUS the CHCSS00125 Entry to Certificate IV in Disability Support Skill Set - Must have a Federal Police Check under a year old
- Must have a current NDIS Worker’s Screening (for work and work placement)
- If working or completing work placement in an organisation that has children within Queensland, students will require a Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
- A Federal Police Check showing no criminal record
*Note: Apex might also request access to your USI transcript at any stage during your studies. This transcript will be accessed in line with our privacy policies and procedures. No extra cost
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
Self-Funded Fees: $1,820 to $2,320
(+$500 interstate charge for students outside of Metro Brisbane or Melbourne)
This course is not eligible for any Government Funding Programs in Queensland.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Disability Support will prepare you for the following roles.
Disability Service Officer
The duties of a Disability Service Officer are similar to, and can sometimes overlap with, those of a disability support worker. The main differenc...
Disability Team Leader
A Disability Team Leader oversees a disability support team in an effort to provide care and assistance to those needing help living their everyday...
Disability Support Worker
Disability Support Workers help those in need live their everyday lives. This hands-on assistance can take many forms, as these professionals aid a...
NDIS Worker
An NDIS Worker supports individuals with disabilities to achieve their goals and enhance their independence. You might work in clients’ homes, comm...
Residential Care Worker
Residential Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care facilities, and group homes. They provide ch...
Community Support Worker
Community Support Workers provide personal care services to the elderly, people with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health issues. They...
Personal Care Assistant
A Personal Care Assistant (PCA) provides essential support to individuals who need help with daily living activities due to age, disability, or ill...
About Apex Training Institute
Apex Training Institute is a registered training organization (RTO # 32100) that specializes in providing the most flexible vocational training in Australia. We blend face to face, online and correspondence learning methods to give you nationally recognized certificates and allow you to control the pace and nature of your study.
