Entry requirements

Mandated entry requirements

Completion of 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.

GOTAFE entry requirements

Before being accepted into the course applicants must:

• Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy and numeracy levels for the course are met.
• Undertake an interview with Support Services to ascertain suitability for enrolment.
• Have 12 months of work experience in disability support work role, as evidenced by a signed workplace agreement.
• Prospective Traineeship or Apprenticeship students are required to apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organise their apprenticeship contract before applying for this course.

Placement requirements

Students must be aged 18 years old prior to commencing placement.

Before commencing placement, applicants will need:

• A current National Police Check with no disclosable outcomes.
• A current Working With Children’s Check. (Volunteer)
• A National Disability Insurance Scheme Credentials (NDIS Screening check).

Industry requirements

Psychological and Emotional Resilience: Students should possess the emotional resilience to engage empathetically with clients facing trauma, mental health challenges, or crisis situations. This includes maintaining professional boundaries and managing personal emotional responses effectively.

The ability to consistently demonstrate ethical behaviour, manage stress, and adapt to dynamic environments is crucial. Students may encounter emotionally charged scenarios during training and in the workplace , requiring a stable and professional demeanour.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Proficiency in both verbal and non-verbal communication is essential for interacting with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. This includes active listening, clear articulation, and appropriate body language.

An understanding and respect for diverse cultural backgrounds, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, are vital for delivering inclusive and effective community services.

Student resources

Students must have:

• A laptop/computer with internet access.
• Access to a digital camera or video camera for visual and audio assessment tasks.
• A webcam and headset for online meetings.

Enrolment

How to Apply

1. Explore – Review the course details to check the fit for your goals. Our team is here from 8:30 – 5pm Monday to Friday on 1300 468 233 if you’d like to talk it through.
2. Prepare – Gather any documents you may need, like photo ID, concession or eligibility evidence, residency or visa details, prior study or credit evidence, or your USI (we can help you find or create this).
3. Apply – Click Apply Now and complete your application – its quick and easy.
4. Skills Check – Some courses include a language and numeracy evaluation so we can tailor the right support before you start.
5. Offer – We’ll review your application, contact you if we require anything else, and send you an offer. To secure your place, accept your offer and make any required pre-commencement payment.
6. Welcome to GOTAFE – We’ll finalise your enrolment and share everything you need to feel ready. You may be asked to attend an online or in person induction session where we’ll outline the support available to you from day one.
   

Skills recognition / Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.

You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:

• Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) does not apply to non-accredited short courses.