CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)
START YOUR CAREER IN DISABILITY SUPPORT
Course Overview
The CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) prepares you to work in disability support roles. You will learn to provide person-centred support, develop practical skills in personal support and safety, and understand the sector’s legal and ethical requirements.
This nationally recognised qualification develops practical disability support skills applicable across community care settings.
- Standard Pathway
- Intensive Pathway
Duration:
International Students:
28 weeks (including 3 weeks of holidays)
- Work-Based Training#: 4 weeks, 38 hours per week (total 152 hours)
Tuition Fee:
- International Students
$5,200 - Optional add-on: Ageing> (AGE) $420
- Easy payment plans available
Materials Fee:
$300*
Study Mode:
- Face-to-face classroom-based learning
- Practical simulated activities in the Stanley College Ward
- Work-Based Training
Location:
Perth
CRICOS Course Code:
116173D
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week.
Full-time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
^Note: Course duration does not include any holidays, where your schedule includes a term break/holiday, this time will be added to your overall course duration.
#Work-Based Training placement must be completed full-time (minimum 38 hours per week).
>Please note: Prerequisite entry requirement for AGE – students must be currently studying or have completed the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent.
Duration:
Domestic Students:
25 weeks^ Intensive Course
(includes no holidays)
- Work-Based Training#: 4 weeks, 38 hours per week (total 152 hours)
Tuition Fee:
- Domestic Students
$2,000 - Optional add-on:
Ageing> (AGE) $420 - Government Funding Available for eligible domestic students**
- Easy payment plans available
Materials Fee:
N/A
Study Mode:
- Face-to-face classroom-based learning
- Practical simulated activities in the Stanley College Ward
- Work-Based Training
Location:
Perth
CRICOS Course Code:
116173D
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week.
Full-time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
^Note: Course duration does not include any holidays, where your schedule includes a term break/holiday, this time will be added to your overall course duration.
#Work-Based Training placement must be completed full-time (minimum 38 hours per week).
>Please note: Prerequisite entry requirement for AGE – students must be currently studying or have completed the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) or equivalent.
Important fee & policy information
**Funding is available for Domestic Students in Perth ONLY under the Jobs and Skills WA Program:
Course Fee: $0.00
For more information on Funded Courses, including Entry Requirements and Resource Fees, click here.
The student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply, such as resource fees and other fees. These must be charged in accordance with the Fees and Charges Policy. Eligibility criteria apply. Prices as per the VET Fees and Charges Policy 2026.
*The Materials Fee covers equipment and resources used in the delivery of your course at Stanley College.
Please familiarise yourself with our Refund and Cancellation Policy.
Why Study This Course at Stanley College?
Enter the disability support sector with practical disability support skills and knowledge. Gain the confidence and capability to meet the needs of people requiring disability support.
Learn directly from qualified trainers with relevant industry experience who share real-world insights. Their guidance supports the development of practical, industry-relevant knowledge.
Build experience through hands-on learning in real disability support settings. Develop practical workplace skills through simulated and work-based training.
Job Outlook
This qualification suits students seeking a career in the following job roles:
- Disability Services Worker
- Residential Care Officer
- Community Worker
- Disability Support Worker
- Personal Care Giver
- Residential Disability Support Worker
- Respite Care Worker
Entry Requirements
Academic
Completion of Australian Year 10 or equivalent.
English Proficiency
Upper-Intermediate Level of English
OR
IELTS Academic or General Training Test Score of 5.0
OR
Other recognised English Language tests such as:
- TOEFL iBT Test Score of 37-50
- PTE Academic Test Score of 31
- Cambridge English: 154
- OET D Grade
- Duolingo English Test: 80-90
- CEFR Levels / Oxford Test: B1
- CELPIP General: 5
- LANGUAGECERT Academic: 46
- Michigan English Test: 44
OR
Completion of Australian qualifications, evidence of certificate III level or above
Course Prerequisite Requirements
No prerequisite entry requirements exist for this course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition is available (on application) to students with prior skills, experience, knowledge or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.
Course Content
Students must successfully complete the following units:
| Unit Code | Unit of Study |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS031 | Provide individualised support |
| CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support |
| CHCCCS040 | Support independence and wellbeing |
| CHCCCS041 | Recognise healthy body systems |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| HLTINF006 | Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| CHCDIS011 | Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach |
| CHCDIS012 | Support community participation and social inclusion |
| CHCDIS020 | Work effectively in disability support |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
| CHCCCS036 | Support relationships with carer and family |
| CHCCCS044 | Follow established person-centred behaviour supports |
Work-Based Training
During Work-Based Training, you will be able to practice your skills and knowledge in real workplace settings. This will assist you to be job-ready> at graduation. Stanley College has entered into Work-Based Training agreements with a number of employers.
All Work-Based Training is organised by Stanley College’s Employment Liaison Team in consultation with students. Before the commencement of Work-Based Training, students are also required to provide additional documentation:
- National Police Clearance (WA)^
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) screening certificate
- Medical Clearance may also be required
- Evidence of Flu Vaccination
- Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination#
- Driver’s Licence**
All fees/charges associated with the additional documentation listed above are not included in course tuition fees and payment is the responsibility of the student.
ˆNational Police Certificate (NPC) contains a list of a person’s disclosable court outcomes and pending charges from all Australian police jurisdictions. This includes traffic and non-police prosecuted matters. Where a student has ‘disclosable outcomes or pending charges’ then this may impact Stanley College being able to successfully place them with a Work-Based Training Host Employer, which may impact students being able to successfully complete their studies.
**Note – Working in the Community Care or Aged Care sectors, including for Work Based Training, may require you to be able to drive to be able to meet the needs of the clients. Therefore, it is recommended you have a valid driver’s licence for these courses.
#WA’s mandatory vaccination policy no longer applies, however the majority of employers providing work-based training places for this course, require students to be Fully Vaccinated = You have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 Vaccination AND a mandatory third dose when it is due (currently 3 months after 2nd dose)
>Completing a course at Stanley College, does not guarantee a migration outcome. If you decide you want to undertake further study or work in Australia, on graduation, you will need to check whether your visa allows this or whether you need to apply for a new visa by referring to www.homeaffairs.gov.au for more information.
Training and Assessment
For further information on where this qualification is trained/assessed and the types of assessment methods used, please click here.
Government Funding
Local students may be entitled to Youth Allowance, Austudy/Abstudy or the Pensioner Education Supplement. For enquiries, please contact Centrelink on 132 490.
Other Expenses
For other fees and expenses, including Administration Fees, Health Cover, Recognition of Prior Learning, Late and Reassessment Fees, click here.
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