Certificate IV in Disability Support

For domestic students, the total course fee is $5,450, which includes an enrolment fee of $450, a material fee of $550, and a tuition fee of $4,450. For international students, the total course fee is $11,000, comprising an enrolment fee of $450, a material fee of $550, and a tuition fee of $10,000. Nationally Recognised Training does not incur GST.

Students are required to complete 120 hours of work placement. Work placement is designed to help students gain invaluable experience in a real work environment, complete and receive feedback on practical work, develop an understanding of workplace expectations and practices, observe experienced staff completing tasks, and form networks that may assist with future job opportunities.

There are a variety of assessment methods used for this qualification, including written questions, projects, case studies, role plays, research, and reports. Students will be provided with a Student Assessment Booklet for each unit of competency which includes a full description of all assessment tasks, assessment instructions, assessment resources, details about when assessment will occur, and details about assessment submission.

All students will complete a language, literacy and numeracy assessment to determine their learning support needs. Where additional support needs have been identified, an Individual Support Plan will be developed which may include mentoring from trainers, additional classes, tutorials and workshops, online support and exercises, computer and technology support, referral to external support services, and reasonable adjustment to assessments. Australian College of Studies will provide additional support for students experiencing disability and access issues, language barriers, language, literacy and numeracy issues, employment issues, and any other issues that may affect their ability to achieve their training goals.

Yes, this course is available to international students who are able to provide evidence that they meet the English proficiency requirements with a valid IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no score below 5.0 in any band, or a PTE Academic score of 45. International students must also be suitable for entry via an interview (online or in person) as part of the course selection process, and if transferring from another provider, must have a letter of release so that Australian College of Studies can issue a new Confirmation of Enrolment (COE) letter.