Pre-employment Programs

Grow your workforce with bespoke pre-employment programs

Need to attract more quality staff? Expand your workforce with a customised pre-employment program.

Exclusive to Enable College, Launch Your Career is a program we co-design with you to rapidly recruit, onboard and train staff in a way that aligns with your organisation.

Government funding is sometimes offered – enquire for availability

How it works

We work with you to design a two- to four-week ‘bootcamp’ that provides your new staff with the foundational knowledge and skills to commence work in your organisation
We work with you to recruit and select your students and future staff through information sessions and interviews
We put the selected candidates through our co-designed pre-employment ‘bootcamp’
Students commence work with you while simultaneously completing their Certificate 3

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Why our pre-employment programs?

Breathes new life, energy and excitement

Access fresh talent

Get a cohort of enthusiastic new workers who breathe life, energy and excitement into your organisation

Develop students/staff in line with your policies and culture

Your new staff are taught to do things your way from the very beginning

Collaborate with training experts

We’re not just South Australia’s most experienced care-based RTO – we’re highly collaborative and stay in constant communication to deliver results

Meaningful skills development

All training is designed specifically to help students be capable, valuable careers and team members

Sample program content

Pre-employment programs are customised to your organisation. This is just one example of what we can provide.

To discuss your customised program, speak to our expert team.
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Overview

This course is full-time, in person over 3 weeks (15 days). Days 1 to 5 include key accreditations in First Aid, Manual Handling and Infection Control. Days 6 to 15 consist of knowledge development sessions in the morning, and practical development sessions in the afternoon.

Day 1-2
Welcome & Introduction Disability Support Worker Launch your Career Program

Day 3
First Aid

Day 4
Manual Handling

Day 5
Infection Control

Days 6 to 15
Core Knowledge Development

Understanding Concepts of Care
Communication
Work Legally and Ethically
Work in Diverse Organisations
Work Health and Safety
Food Handling
Emotional Wellbeing and Social Support
Plans and Documentation/Reporting
Delivery of Service

Core Practical Development

Domestic Cleaning tasks
Handling and Preparing Food
Manual Handling Skills
Social Support Skills
Transport
Infection Control
Personal Care Skills
Clinical Care
Documentation

Pathways in Individual Support

The CHC33015 – Certificate III in Individual Support provides you with the qualifications and expertise to work in the growing disability care industry. Our graduates emerge with the required skills, knowledge and practical work experience to care for and support clients in a variety of settings.

CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) Pathway chart

Possible Outcomes

Personal Care Worker
Personal Carer
Direct Care Worker
Home Help Worker
Support Worker
Respite Care Worker
Disability Support Worker
National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) service provider

Study Pathways

The Community Services Training Package promotes continued development of workers through attainment of higher-level qualifications. Pathways can go via both the Vocational and Higher Education sectors. Students can pathway into courses such as Certificate IV in Disability, Certificate IV in Ageing Support and Diploma of Nursing.

Course Units

This course is made up of 15 units of competency (9 Core units and 6 electives). Elective units have been selected based on industry consultation, our experience, knowledge and what employers and the industry are looking for.

CORE UNITS [9 Units]
CHCCCS031	Provide individualised support
CHCCCS038	Faciltate the empowerment of people receiving support
CHCCCS040	Support independence and wellbeing
CHCCCS041	Recognise healthy body systems
CHCCOM005	Communicate and work with 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

AGEING Specialisation [3 Units]
CHCAGE011	Provide support for people living with dementia
CHCAGE013	Work effectively in aged acre
CHCPAL003	Deliver care services using a palliative approach

AGEING Other electives [3 Units]
CHCCCS043	Support positive mealtime experiences
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues
CHCCCS033	Identify and report abuse

Recognition of prior learning

If you have existing knowledge or skills relating to the requirements of this course you can apply for recognition of prior learning (RPL). RPL may be granted for knowledge or skills obtained through prior education, training, work and life experiences.

RPL Fees start at $500.00 per unit

Credit Transfer

If the student has a prior Qualification or a Statement of Attainment issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework from any state or territory, the RTO will automatically give exemptions for those units of competency provided they are current. Credit transfer will be provided on the student record.

Other related courses

Certificate III in Individual Support Ageing
Certificate IV in Disability
Certificate IV in Mental Health

What students say about us

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“I am satisfied with the quality of education and the positive impact Enable College has had on my development the dedicated trainers, and supportive environment have contributed significantly to my academic and personal growth. I appreciate the positive atmosphere that fosters learning and the various opportunities provided for students to excel.”

Divine Alabi

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“Enable College is an excellent institution where I was supported in every way throughout my journey of learning whether it was theory, practical, or placement. Today, I graduated and achieved my certificate and this makes me feel proud that I was a student of Enable College. I will strongly recommend this college to be chosen for my studies. ”

Rima Badwal

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"It was an excellent experience doing Certificate IV in Disability, the college was amazing in providing all the support to finish it.”

Deepthi Abeykoon

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“Enable College have a wealth of knowledge and are constantly looking at how our industry can be disrupted. Their innovative thinking and collaborative approach continue to add value to our organisation.”

Donald Msapenda

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“Enable College makes our recruitment process a lot easier. By supplying us with job-ready graduates who are a great fit for our organisation, we can make sure we are delivering the best service and care for our clients.”

Christie Rogers

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“The Enable College environment is so helpful and understanding that it feels like a family. The trainers were remarkable – it’s so rewarding learning how to empower the lives of people with a disability.”

Tommy Tonkin

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“I had a very good experience. The trainers were patient and took the time to make things clear, while the support staff were so helpful and cheerful. They arranged my placement and have found me a very good role that aligns with everything I have learned."

Admire Mavuto

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“As a busy mum of two, Enable College’s flexible learning environment was very helpful. They were very supportive with their guidance, and gave me so much confidence for starting my career”

Anonymous

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Pre-employment Programs