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11076NAT

Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services

Advance your career in leadership within the Disability sector with this high-level qualification that will give you the skills needed to lead a team and manage relationships while meeting legal and ethical compliance in the disability sector.

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WAYS TO STUDY Online
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 14 Jul 2025 Duration: up to 18 months View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee

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$12,205
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Course overview

Progress your career with this high-level qualification. This course will give you the skills you need to further your career in a leadership role in the disability sector.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, demand for people working in the community and welfare support in leadership roles is expected to experience stable growth over the next five years. Throughout this course you will be mentored in team leadership and management, discover how to utilise emotional intelligence to maximise team outcomes, and learn how to develop and implement an operational plan to facilitate effective workplace practices. Units specifically relating to the disability sector around managing legal and ethical compliance, providing person-centred services to people with disability and managing a budget within the disability sector will give you the guidance you need to succeed in your studies and progress to the career of your dreams.

Successful completion of this course will give you the specialised skills to manage teams across a range of departments and industry sectors, however, will be specifically focused on the disability sector. You will also get the knowledge you need to undertake further studies in your field.

What can I do?

  • Team Leader
  • Manager

Course outcome:

11076NAT Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services

Online study options

Online virtual classroom – includes immersive reality experiences, virtual skills coaches and collaborative learning environments in timetabled virtual classes 

Industry connected educators

Our teaching staff are heavily involved in the sector. This means you're being taught by people who know what employers are looking for and where the sector is headed.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 4 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 120 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting. 

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBLDR523
    Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBLDR523
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead and manage effective workplace relationships.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Lead and manage effective workplace relationships

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBOPS502
    Manage business operational plans
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBOPS502
    Unit description :
    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.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Manage business operational plans

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBOPS504
    Manage business risk
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBOPS504
    Unit description :
    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 in any industry setting.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Manage business risk

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBPEF502
    Develop and use emotional intelligence
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBPEF502
    Unit description :
    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.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Develop and use emotional intelligence

  • UNIT CODE
  • BSBTWK501
    Lead diversity and inclusion
    UNIT CODE :
    BSBTWK501
    Unit description :
    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.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Lead diversity and inclusion

  • UNIT CODE
  • CHCMGT003
    Lead the work team
    UNIT CODE :
    CHCMGT003
    Unit description :

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

  • UNIT NAME
  • Lead the work team

  • UNIT CODE
  • NAT11076001
    Lead effectively in the disability sector
    UNIT CODE :
    NAT11076001
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Lead effectively in the disability sector

  • UNIT CODE
  • NAT11076002
    Manage finance in the disability sector
    UNIT CODE :
    NAT11076002
    Unit description :
  • UNIT NAME
  • Manage finance in the disability sector

Ways to study
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  • You will study online however your classes will be delivered in real time via a scheduled timetable. You will interact with your teachers and other students using programs like Zoom. Learn more

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STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online virtual classroom
14 Jul 2025
up to 18 months
Part time 1 x 3 hour Zoom session per week plus up to 10 hours self-directed study
Tuesday
  • Full fee: $12,205

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

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Online virtual classroom

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    100%
  • On Campus Time
    0%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

14 Jul 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

up to 18 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Part time 1 x 3 hour Zoom session per week plus up to 10 hours self-directed study
Tuesday
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $12,205

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

Yes
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Zoom
You will be able to access your learning materials 24 hours a day, seven days a week, from the first day of your study period for the relevant units of competency. You must be enrolled to access your learning materials.

Online self-directed study allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Learn more 

 

Online virtual classroom study allows you to enjoy the freedom of choosing where you study, with no on-campus commitments. Virtual classes are delivered online, to a scheduled timetable, allowing you to interact with fellow students and high-quality educators from the comfort of a location that best suits you. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements. Learn more 

 

Online with on campus practical allows you to enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study to complete the online component of your course followed up by a scheduled practical component on campus.

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Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services (11076NAT)

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Diploma of Leadership in Disability Services

COURSE CODE: 11076NAT
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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VET Student Loan - $18,838 cap

The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees.  The Australian Government charges full fee-paying (non-subsidised) students a 20 per cent loan fee in addition to their tuition fees.  A VET Student Loan is a debt that must be repaid.

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Entry requirements

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology. 

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 4 in English, 4 in Maths and 3 in Digital Technology.

If you are applying for a VET Student Loan the required levels to meet academic eligibility, as outlined by Commonwealth guidelines, is Level 4 English and Maths.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

Read the Skills Check FAQs.


Selection criteria

It is essential that you have attained:

  • An Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education; or
  • A qualification at AQF 4 or above which was delivered and assessed in English; or
  • A recognised Foundation Studies program; or
  • Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) Level 3 or higher results in Reading and Numeracy through an approved Language, Literacy and Numeracy Test.

You must have had at least six months employment in the disability services sector in a team leader or team coordinator role.
You must have the opportunity to demonstrate skills in the role of a team leader or team coordinator in the disability services sector for practical assessment requirements. 

Resources required

You must have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

Placement

You are required to complete 120 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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