Disability Studies

Overview

By taking the Disability Studies program from Flinders University you will become NDIS aware and develop disability specific knowledge to assist people living with disabilities to participate in all aspects of their everyday life. This could include supporting people with disabilities in their educational, economic, recreational and social participation, and to be recognised as valued members of their local communities.

Your career 

Developmental educators and disability specialists occupy diverse roles across a variety of work areas. Further information can be obtained through the Developmental Educators Australia Inc (DEAI) professional association website.

Potential occupations include:   

• developmental educator
• policy officer
• community development officer
• support coordinator
• case manager
• industry trainer and facilitator
• systemic or individual advocate
• project leader /senior project worker.

Potential employers include:

• disability support services
• education sector
• government sector
• non-government agencies
• community services
• social welfare services
• health/medical services
• private sector
• self employment.