Skill set Outline
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15/09/2026 6:19 AM AWST
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Individual Support - Disability Skill Set
Individual Support - Disability Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
CHCSS00098
CHCSS00098
State Code
AD294
AD294
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
08/12/2015
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
22/12/2017
Nominal Hours
215
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 08/12/2015 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
This skill set reflects the skill requirements for providing person centred support to people with disability in various settings.
Units
CHCDIS001 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
CHCDIS003 Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
Units
CHCDIS001 Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCDIS002 Follow established person-centred behaviour supports
CHCDIS003 Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS007 Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability
Pathway Information
These units provide credit towards a range of qualifications in the CHC Community Services Training Package at Certificate III or Certificate IV level.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Nil.
Target Group
This skill set is for people working in various care and support roles in the community services sector who wish to develop skills in providing person centred support to people with disability.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from CHC Community Services Training Package meet industry requirements for work in providing support to people with disability.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC19 | CHCDIS001 | Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVC13 | CHCDIS007 | Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability | 85 | Unit of competency |
| AVC18 | CHCDIS002 | Follow established person-centred behaviour supports | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVC17 | CHCDIS003 | Support community participation and social inclusion | 55 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC395 | CHCSS00013 | Disability work skill set - active support of clients with a disability | Skill set |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AE987 | CHCSS00130 | Individual Support - Disability | Skill set |