Graduate Certificate in Disability Practice

This course was previously known as Graduate Certificate in Disability.

The Graduate Certificate in Disability Practice provides knowledge and skills in accordance with the professional standards and requirements of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS). It is designed for support practitioners and others employed by organisations that are delivering disability services, those seeking such employment, and students interested in the disability field from strength-based and client-focussed perspectives. Students will complete in-depth study on disability identification, management, and resourcing by investigating important issues that impact on clients, families and support personnel. Whilst all areas of study are embedded in research-derived frameworks and models, there is also a strong focus on gaining knowledge in the activities involved in daily practice. Graduates will be well prepared to participate effectively in NDIS service delivery as the anticipated demand for specialised client management continues to increase.

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. demonstrate through their own study and practice knowledge of disability practice and management including: clinical knowledge and practice, encompassing the broad context of health, family, and community services, in order to be an effective clinical practitioner and clinician;
2. utilise cognitive and communication skills, tools, and digital technologies to communicate appropriately and persuasively with a range of stakeholders;
3. demonstrate a well-developed ability to use creativity and judgement in analysing problems and to work independently and collaboratively with others to generate solutions to problems;
4. demonstrate advanced skills in utilising information drawn from a range of sources;
5. demonstrate an ability to critically evaluate and formulate responses to social, cultural and ethical issues that emerge in disability management; and
6. demonstrate preparedness to pursue knowledge and understanding to enhance professional practice.