Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services

More about the course

$6,990 AUD

Ability First Australia member organisations and employees are entitled to a 10% discount on full fee enrolment.*
Flexible Payment Plan Options are available.

* This offer is only available for standard full qualification enrolments and cannot be used in conjunction with other offers.

Course Duration

The estimated time to complete this course is:

7-14 hours per week over a study period up to 2 years.
Students can complete in a much shorter time depending on experience, role, and/or current practices.

This course comprises of:

on-the-job learning
workplace practice
self-directed study
Practical assessment may involve any one or a combination of audio recordings, video presentations, written submissions or role-play activities.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification, however, we recommend that you have:

Experience supervising staff and working in the NDIS sector.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Previously completed Year 12 or a Certificate IV level qualification.
Appropriate technology to study online and the motivation to learn independently.

Please refer to our Admissions and Enrolment Policy for admission criteria and Technology Requirements to successfully complete this course.

Delivery Options

Individual students (online).
Customised in-house training for groups, corporations and organisations.

Outcomes Future Jobs Recognition Units

Graduate Outcomes

On successful completion of this qualification, you will have the skills and knowledge to:

Responsibly manage a budget within the competitive pressures of the disability sector.
Understand how decision making should align with business objectives and support improved customer outcomes.
Comply with legislative, regulatory and procedural requirements of the NDIS and manage business risks.
Facilitate clear communication to foster accountability, authenticity and inclusion.
Advocate, negotiate and collaborate to promote the effective and strategic use of resources and improve customer outcomes.
Lead, inspire and support frontline workers in the disability sector to deliver effective services.

Future Job Outcomes

NDIS Team Leader
NDIS Service Leader
Support Coordinator
Service Coordinator
Community Coordinator

Industry Recognition

Nationally Recognised Training

11076NAT Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services is a nationally recognised qualification.
On successful completion of the 12 units of competency in this course, you will be issued with an Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) Certificate and Record of Results.

Industry Recognised Training

11076NAT Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services has been developed in consultation with more than 30 employers, industry associations, and government agencies.
This program was developed with funding from the Commonwealth Government Department of Social Services.

University of New England (UNE)

Successful attainment of 11076NAT Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services will allow for articulation into higher awards at the University of New England including:

*Applications must address UNE Program entry criteria. Enrolment fees are set annually by the UNE.

Units of Competency

You must successfully complete 12 units to obtain 11076NAT Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services.

BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage effective workplace relationships.

BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and monitor the implementation of operational plans to support efficient and effective workplace practices and organisational productivity and profitability.

BSBOPS504 Manage business risk

This unit describes skills and knowledge required to manage business risks in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area.

BSBPEF501 Manage personal and professional development

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement systems and process that support the personal and professional development of self and others.

BSBPEF502 Develop and use emotional intelligence

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop and use emotional intelligence to increase self-awareness, self-management, social awareness and relationship management in the workplace.

BSBPMG430 Undertake project work

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake a minor project or a section of a larger project. It covers developing a project plan, administering and monitoring the project, finalising the project and reviewing the project to identify lessons learned for application to future projects.

BSBTWK501 Lead diversity and inclusion

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead diversity for a work area. It covers implementing the organisation’s diversity policy, fostering diversity within the work team and promoting the benefits of a diverse workplace.

CHCMGT003 Lead the work team

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake supervisory and coordinating activities in work groups in health and community service organisations.

CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and support workers. This includes implementing support processes to manage stress and emotional wellbeing of self or colleagues working in varied health and community service contexts.

CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify networking and collaboration needs and develop formal and informal partnerships to enhance service delivery and improve professional practice.

NAT11076001 Lead effectively in the disability sector

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead, manage and support teams and individual workers effectively in an organisation that provides services to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) participants.

NAT11076002 Manage finance in the disability sector

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to meet the financial responsibilities of a frontline leader in the disability sector. It covers managing resources, budgeting and financial forecasting to achieve the required objectives of an organisation providing services to National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and fee-paying participants.

Please note that a range of elective units can be made available for corporate groups to ensure that 11076NAT Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services meets the needs of your organisation. Get in touch today to find out more.