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CHC33021

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability)

About this course

Our nationally recognised CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) will equip you with essential skills to provide personalised support and empower individuals living with a disability. In this course, you’ll learn to perform the key responsibilities of a disability support worker, promoting community participation and inclusion, enabling you to make a positive impact and enhance the quality of life for participants and their families.

You’ll have 12 months to complete your studies, working at your own pace with close, guided support from our team every step of the way.
  • Part-time option: Around 10 hours per week for 104 weeks

  • Full-time option: Around 20 hours per week for 52 weeks

  • Work placement: 120 hours. You can organise your own placement, or take advantage of our industry partnerships to complete your hours with one of our trusted organisations.

Total: $3,950

Option 1
$1500 at commencement – Afterpay available
62 weekly instalments of $39.52

Option 2
$1500 at commencement- Afterpay available
31 fortnightly instalments of $79.03

Administration fee
A non-refundable Administration Fee is $150 is to be paid with the deposit, this is included in the full deposit and is not additional to the payment plan above.

Additional fees
Police Check – independently sourced by student.

Online assessment

You’ll complete short answer questions, long answer questions, scenario-based questions, and multiple-choice questions to show what you know in different ways.

Case studies

You’ll complete case study questions that let you apply your knowledge to real-life examples. This gives you a chance to use your skills in a practical context.

Portfolio of evidence

During work placement, you’ll collect a portfolio of evidence to show your skills and knowledge. This portfolio will be made up of workplace documents, work samples, notes and meeting minutes.

Work placement assessment

During work placement, you’ll be observed and assessed in a real-time working environment or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions.

Third party reports 

Sometimes your assessor can’t be there to watch you work. Third Party Reports fills that gap by giving your assessor a clear picture of your performance from a supervisor or manager who has observed you in the workplace.

We’re committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and empowering learning environment where every student has the opportunity to succeed. Our support services are designed to respond to your individual needs, remove barriers, and help you stay engaged and on track throughout your course.

We offer:

  • One-on-one trainer support – Mentoring, guidance, and regular check-ins to help you stay on track.
  • Academic coaching – Assistance with study skills, assessment planning, and time management.
  • Mental health and well-being support – Confidential help connecting with appropriate services.
  • Flexible study options – Adaptive learning approaches that work around your life and responsibilities.
  • Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital (LLND) support – Practical help building confidence in reading, writing, using numbers, and digital tools.
  • Reasonable adjustment for disability or diverse needs – Tailored supports to ensure all students can access and participate in our training and assessment.

At Momentum College, we make it a priority to recognise the skills, knowledge, and experience you already have. If you have studied before, or have relevant life or work experience connected to your course, you can apply for Credit Transfer (CT) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Please read our Student Handbook, or contact our friendly Student Services team on 0416 068 136 for more information.

Students will need to meet the Selection Criteria requirements to be eligible to enter into this course. Evidence of the student meeting the Selection Criteria will be collected as part of the Enrolment process.

  • Must be over the age of 18 years
  • Willingness to complete a Police Check Record
  • Successful completion of an LLND test
  • Willingness to complete a Working with Children’s Check
  • Willingness to obtain a NDIS Worker Screening Check
  • Must have computer with internet access
  • Must have a camera, microphone and capacity to record and upload simulations (roleplays)
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 Strength-Based Approach
CHCCCS044 – Follow Established Person-Centered Behaviour Support
CHCDIS012 – Support Community Participation and Social Inclusion
CHCMHS001 – Work with People with Mental Health Issues
CHCDIS020 – Work Effectively in Disability Support

Momentum College reserves the right to change the units within this training as required. Please refer to the Enrolment Form, for the terms and conditions of enrolment.

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Our core values

Person-Centred

We place people at the heart of everything we do, tailoring our support and wellbeing services to your individual learning needs and goals.

Accesible

We are committed to providing quality and accessible online training to improve outcomes for you, NDIS participants and the wider community.

Specialist

As industry experts, we pride ourselves on delivering current, hands-on training that will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed.

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