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CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services

Enrich the lives of others and use your compassion and skills to help them build a better life for themselves! Start a rewarding career in Community services which is also one of the rapidly growing sectors in Australia.

With our Nationally Recognised Diploma of Community Services, you will learn to develop your skills and knowledge in managing, coordinating and/or delivering person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities.

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Community Support

BE IN DEMAND

200,000

New Job Openings by 2024

Industry Outlook

Salary
$2,148

Average Weekly Salary

Portfolio
Very Strong

Job Growth

Group
1.9 million by 2024

Employment Size

Upstairs
Very High

Industry Growth

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  • Entry into the Course

    There are no entry requirements for this qualification. It is preferred that the students have obtained a minimum of a School Certificate or equivalent.

  • Student Selection Process

    Our student selection process is designed to ensure that you are enrolled in the qualification that best meets your needs. The selection criteria take into account various factors when deciding upon which students will be offered places in the program including:

    • The students’ needs and desired outcomes
    • The ability and commitment of the students to complete the course
    • Eligibility requirements listed in the applicable National Training Package
    • Students existing ability in the ACSF core skills, (learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy)

    Students not meeting these requirements will be directed to more suitable qualifications or skill development programs.

  • Recommended Course Structure

    To attain the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services, 16 units must be successfully completed comprising of eight (8) core and eight (8) elective units over three (3) terms.

    Core Units

    • CHCCCS007 Develop and implement service programs
    • CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
    • CHCDEV002 Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services
    • CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
    • CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
    • CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
    • CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
    • HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety

    Electives

    • CHCDIS008 Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
    • CHCMHS011 Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
    • CHCPRP001  Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
    • CHCADV002 Provide advocacy and representation services
    • CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
    • CHCCSL001 Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
    • CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
    • CHCCDE003 Work within a community development framework

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

     

  • Work Placement Requirements

    To be assessed as competent in this qualification, students are required to complete 100-120 hours of supervised work placement with an approved community services workplace. The exact number of hours required is determined by the stream or specialisation chosen. Evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to the assessment of the student’s ability to work at this level.

  • Job Prospects

    On successful completion of this qualification, you can pursue a career as a:

    • Case Coordinator
    • Case Worker or Manager
    • Alcohol and other Drug Worker
    • Client Service Assessor
    • Community Services Worker
    • Community Worker, Coordinator
    • Coordinator Family Services
    • Early Intervention Worker
    • Group Facilitator, Coordinator
    • Pastoral Care Counsellor
    • Pastoral Care Manager
    • Program Coordinator or Manager
    • Senior Youth Officer
    • Social Welfare Worker
    • Support Facilitator
    • Welfare Worker
    • Family Support Worker

  • Further Qualification Pathways

    Credit decisions for university entry are made by individual universities, but many universities offer a credit arrangement.

COURSE SUMMARY

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    NATIONALLY RECOGNISED TRAINING

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    COURSE DURATION

    12 - 18 months

  • Location
    LOCATION

    Browns Plains, Caboolture

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    FUNDING

    Government Funded

  • Credit Card Payment (1)
    PAYMENT OPTIONS

    Credit Card, Debit Success

  • Recognition of Prior Learning
  • Industry Work Placement Support
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Frequently Asked Questions

How to Enrol?
The enrolment process is very simple and easy!If you already know which course you want to study :
  • Click the Enrol Now button from the course page that you’re interested in and submit your application. Alternatively, you can visit one of our campus locations or call us on 1300 146 699
  • We will need to verify if you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for your chosen course, as well as see if you're eligible to access any relevant funding. Check out the details under the important information section on the course page for a list of requirements. Gathering all your supporting eligibility documents together ready to supply to us when requested will help speed up this process.
  • Once your application has been accepted and you have accepted an offer for a place in your course you will receive an enrolment email that includes all the practical information you need to know including timetables and orientation information.
If you need guidance with selecting the best course as per your career or education needs:
  • Speak to one of our course and careers advisors
What is Recognised Prior Learning?
Collaboration Learning recognises that some students have had previous experience and learning whether that be working in the industry or completion of a previous course of study. 

We are happy to discuss Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) with students. Each student requesting RPL will be interviewed and they should provide a portfolio of evidence to support their application and may be assessed on the job. On-the-job assessments can be conducted to assess current skills and knowledge.
What is a Unique Student Identifier (USI)?
A Unique Student Identifier (USI) number is a unique number that is allocated to students studying nationally recognised Vocational Educational Training (VET) in Australia. This is a government initiative that enables you to access all of your training records and results from one location allowing you to provide proof of qualification to any potential employer. USI’s are mandatory for anyone wanting to complete nationally recognised training.If you forgot or lost your USI number please call Student Support 1300 146 699 or visit https://www.usi.gov.au/contact-us/students
What is the Student Assistance Program?
The Student Assistance Program is dedicated to providing new and existing students free and confidential counselling services to help with their mental health and well-being.

As a joint initiative with AccessEAP (which also runs our Student Assistance Program), Collaboration Learning aims to help students address an array of life challenges, ideally before they become distractions that affect home life as well as studies. The service will provide access to a dedicated counseling hotline available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and 3 complimentary face-to-face counseling sessions.

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