Certificate IV in Disability Support

The Certificate IV in Disability Support is delivered as full-time study over the course of 52 weeks, including 8 weeks of breaks/holidays. Duration may vary based on mode of delivery and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT).

Yes, work placement is a compulsory component of this course. Students are required to complete 150 hours of work placement as part of the qualification.

International students must demonstrate English language proficiency through one of the following approved tests: IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 60, PTE Academic 50, or equivalent. Alternatively, students may provide documented evidence such as completion of a recognised ELICOS program, at least two years of study in Australia at AQF Level 4 or higher, minimum five years of study in English in an approved English-speaking country, or completion of Year 12 or equivalent in English. Applicants without documented evidence may complete an online LLND assessment to meet entry requirements.

The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include the CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services or other Diploma qualifications in community services.

Yes. AIA offers both Credit Transfer (CT) and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Credit Transfer is available where a certificate or statement of results is produced and verified, and will be initiated in relation to relevant units as per your training plan. RPL is an assessment process that assesses an individual's non-formal and informal learning to determine the extent to which that individual has achieved the required learning outcomes for partial or total completion of a qualification. Upon enrolment, all candidates for assessment will be offered RPL.