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14 units are required for award of this qualification including:
9 core units
5 elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
Group A WHS electives of which one unit must be selected for this qualification
Group B electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
Group C elective which is recommended for special consideration
Other relevant electives listed below
Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 2 units of competency packaged at this level or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the TGA or other public listing
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CHCCS411C Work effectively in the community sector
CHCDIS301C Work effectively with people with a disability
CHCDIS302A Maintain an environment to empower people with disabilities
CHCDIS322A Support community participation and inclusion
CHCDIS323A Contribute to skill development and maintenance
CHCICS301B Provide support to meet personal care needs
CHCICS302B Participate in the implementation of individualised plans
CHCICS303A Support individual health and emotional well being
CHCICS305B Provide behaviour support in the context of individualised plans
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One of the following WHS units be selected for work in aged care.
CHCWHS312A Follow safety procedures for direct care work
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
All workers in the disability sector need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Community Services Training Package.
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Where work involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and/or culturally diverse clients or communities, one or both of the following electives is recommended:
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
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The following elective, whilst not required in all disability work, is highly recommended to be considered for inclusion in this qualification:
CHCDIS411A Communicate using augmentative and alternative communication strategies
Electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules. The following grouping of relevant electives is provided to facilitate selection and does not necessarily reflect workplace requirements. Electives may be selected from one or more groups. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
CHCAC410B Collect technical data to support client health care plan (Note pre-requisite HLTAP301B)
CHCAD401D Advocate for clients
CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCCS310A Support inclusive practice in the workplace
CHCCS311D Deliver and monitor services to clients
CHCCS312A Use electronic learning materials
CHCCS400C Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCCS425B Support health professional
CHCCS426B Provide support and care relating to loss and grief
CHCDIS313A Support people with disabilities who are ageing
CHCDIS409B Provide services to people with disabilities with complex needs
CHCGROUP302D Support group activities
CHCICS304B Work effectively with carers
CHCICS306B Provide basic foot skin and nail care
CHCICS401B Facilitate support for personal care needs
CHCICS402B Facilitate individualised plans
CHCICS406B Support client self management
CHCICS407B Support positive lifestyle
CHCICS408B Provide support to people with chronic disease
CHCLD315A Recognise stages of lifespan development
CHCLLN403A Identify clients with language, literacy and numeracy needs and respond effectively
CHCNET301D Participate in networks
CHCORG406C Supervise work
CHCPA301B Deliver care services using a palliative approach
HLTFA311A Apply first aid
HLTFS207C Follow basic food safety practices
HLTFS309C Oversee the day-to-day implementation of food safety in the workplace
HLTFS310C Apply and monitor food safety requirements
CHCCS305C Assist clients with medication (Note pre-requisite HLTAP301B)
HLTAP301B Recognise healthy body systems in a health care context
CHCAC317A Support older people to maintain their independence
CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people
CHCAC319A Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCMH301C Work effectively in mental health
CHCMH411A Work with people with mental health issues
BSBWOR204A Use business technology
CHCADMIN302D Provide administrative support
CHCINF303B Contribute to information requirements in the community sector
CHCORG322B Contribute to implementation of service delivery strategy
CHCOHC303B Use basic oral health screening tools
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support and encourage clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care
CHCOHC404A Recognise and respond to signs and symptoms that may indicate oral health issues
CHCOHC406B Provide or assist with oral hygiene
