The Certificate 4 in Disability (C4ID) course will help you develop knowledge and skills in the areas of community health, disability support, mental health, and wellbeing to support people with disabilities, their families, and carers. You will also learn to identify disabilities, plan individualised programs and access funding opportunities to support them through the Certificate IV Disability Support Training program.
Develop And Provide Individualised Support
When you hold a Certificate 4 in Disability (and have some work experience), you are qualified to develop and provide individualised support for people with disabilities. There are many opportunities to learn, including being part of a team that supports people with intellectual disabilities or physical disabilities or provides advocacy services to people with disabilities. You’ll also need to keep up-to-date on current trends, best practice guidelines and legislation relating to specific disabilities. To do so, you’ll complete professional development activities, including seminars, conferences and workshops.
Identify And Prioritise Clients’ Goals
People with disabilities and their families must understand what they’re entitled to before entering into a new course of action, whether it’s school or vocational training. Helping your clients identify and prioritise their goals is key to ensuring they get where they want to go as efficiently as possible. It can also be beneficial for you to advocate for these rights, which means putting forth effort on your client’s behalf to ensure those entitlements are met. For example, if someone has poor eyesight, you could write an official letter of the complaint requesting easier-to-read materials in all your client’s classes. But make sure you inform them first, so they know what you’re doing on their behalf! It’s always better when people help themselves first.
Facilitate Social Inclusion And Community Participation
A person with a disability can be involved in their community, sporting clubs and local groups to lead a happy, fulfilling life. A Certificate 4 In Disability will give you skills in developing independence and fostering participation for people with disabilities. You’ll learn how to help individuals participate at work, school or other community activities. An important part of your studies is supporting people with disabilities to enjoy their rights by promoting social inclusion. You’ll also get training on how best to help children, young people and adults who have experienced Disability throughout their life course. Your interests are taken into account during your training because it focuses on what motivates you to support people with disabilities rather than forcing you into working roles that may not suit your needs or abilities.
Collaboration Skills To Work With Others Effectively
Learning how to work with others effectively is a vital skill for anyone pursuing a career in disability services. The Certificate 4 In Disability course covers key aspects of team-working and communication and some of the cultural factors that impact different individuals and teams. By covering topics such as interpersonal skills, problem-solving and conflict resolution, you’ll gain valuable insight into developing effective working relationships. There are no shortcuts when it comes to education – studying at MCIE, or any college can be hard work – but if you’re passionate about disability services, our Certificate 4 In Disability course can help open doors and give you a strong foundation for your future career.
Manage Ethical And Legal Compliance And Follow Safe Work Practices
The course covers legal and ethical compliance as well as safe work practices. It also addresses employment rights, disabilities and workplace safety. Students will learn about areas such as: knowing your workplace, managing yourself at work, safely use power tools and materials, infection control, ergonomics and more. Certificate 4 in Disability is a nationally recognised qualification equivalent to an Australian Certificate IV level qualification.
