Diploma of Disability

Course Code:CHC50108
Department:Centre for Health and Nursing
Study Area(s):Disability
Location(s):Moonee Ponds
Course Length:Flexible (6 months)
Mid-year Entry:This course accepts mid-year applications.
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Kangan Institute 2013 Diploma and Advanced Diploma tuition fees

Course overview

This course is designed to provide all students with the skills and knowledge required to successfully promote the lives of individuals with disabilities, in a supporting or supervisory role within a disability organisation.

Course Fees

Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!

You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!

Please note: the fees listed below relate to only 2013 courses.

Government Subsidised Indigenous Concession Full fee
Average annual course fee# Average annual course fee# Average annual course fee#
$4450 $890 $8900

# Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student. Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply such as student services and IT fees. Click here to view 2013 Student Services and IT fees.

Student Contact Hours

Diploma and advanced diploma students are no longer eligible for a concession or exemption of tuition fees however VET FEE HELP is available to eligible students. Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander students can continue accessing concession rates at all program levels (including diploma and advanced diploma).

If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, Indigenous concession or full fees. For more information about our fees structure, click here.

See the detailed fees breakdown here.

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Call the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books or specialised materials.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may lead to employment in a variety of career opportunities. Case coordinator, case manager, manager, supervisor, service coordinator.

What skills will I have when I complete this course?

You will gain skills in advocacy, case management, management issues, coordination, managing complex needs, promoting community inclusion and participation.

What qualifications will I receive?

On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Diploma of Disability. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.

What opportunities for further studies will I have?

This course will lead to higher level studies at an Advanced Diploma level. Credit transfers may be available for some of the units.

Can I apply?

A set prerequisite for this course is the Certificate IV in Disability or significant experience in the field.

It is recommended that you have satisfactory numeracy and literacy skills to undertake this course or are mature age and have sufficient work experience to successfully undertake the course. (Mature age is anyone over the age of 18 who has been out of full-time education for more than 12 months.)

How do I apply?

To apply for this course you will need to apply online and you will be contacted via email.

You will then need to attend an information session:
- Monday 13th May at 3pm.

How will I be selected for this course?

The first step in being accepted for this course is to apply on line.
You will then be called in for an interview. Please call the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan for information or contact Fiona Kimpton on 92792438.
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How long is the course?

The course will be a duration of six months and will be delivered flexibly. A combination of class and on line units. At times you will be required to attend some full days.

Where and how can I study?

You will study at the Moonee Ponds campus.

Kangan Institute - Moonee Ponds Campus
Moonee Ponds Central
Office 3, Level 1 - 21-31 Hall Street
Moonee Ponds.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be provided this information.

Additional comments

Please apply online or call the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au for more information.

What will I study?

Please refer to course modules.

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