Diploma of Community Services
Provider:
Course Code:
CHC52015
CRICOS Code:
097136D
Qualification Level:
Diploma
Course Area:
Health and Medicine
Duration:
104-Week
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
Cannington, Western Australia, Australia
Course Fees:
AUD 26,000 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
On Campus, Online Delivery
Target:
International
Intake:
Bi-Monthly
Course Overview
The Community Sector and Development is one of the fastest growing industry areas in Australia. This is an industry where people from diverse cultural backgrounds are especially welcome. If you would like to work in a rewarding career to provide support to sustain and nurture the functioning of individuals, families and groups, to maximise their potentials and enhance community wellbeing then studying the Diploma of Community Services (Case Management ) at Lead College is the way to go.
This qualification reflects the roles of community services, case management and social housing workers involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities. At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management. Workers are usually providing direct support to individuals or groups of individuals. Workers may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers and/or case management; program coordination or the development of new business opportunities.
PRE-REQUISITE REQUIREMENTS
No pre-requisite requirement for this qualification as per course training package.
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION AND ACCREDITATION
This qualification is accredited by the Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA). It is the mark of educational quality in Australia’s community services sector. The purpose of ACWA course accreditation is to ensure the graduates from this qualification are well qualified to work in the community services sector.
In undertaking this qualification, you will get hands-on experience as you learn to manage, coordinate and deliver life changing services to individuals, groups and the wider community. This qualification focuses on case management, giving you specialist skills to support people who will benefit from your help and support.
Once you complete this course, you are eligible for ACWA membership and you will be qualified to work as community services worker, family support worker, client services manager, community development officer, case manager, service manager and/or program coordinator.
Course Structure
The CHC52015 Diploma Of Community Services requires the completion of the following 16 units:
Core Units
- CHCDEV002 Analyse impacts of Sociological factors on clients in community work and services
- CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
- CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
- HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety
- CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
- CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
- CHCCCS007 Develop and implement service programs
Elective Units
- CHCCDE010 Develop and lead community engagement strategies to enhance participation
- CHCCSL001 Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
- CHCCSM004 Coordinate complex case requirements
- CHCDIV001 Work with Diverse People
- CHCDEV001 Confirm client development status
- CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
- CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
- CHCCSM006 Provide case management supervision
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age to Apply | Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of course commencement. |
| Academic Entry Requirements | Some prospective students may be asked to undertake an LLN assessment or enrolment interview prior to acceptance. Must have completed Australian Year 12 or equivalent level of schooling or a Certificate IV or higher qualification with an Australian institution. Must have the ability to undertake work placements at two community services organisations. |
| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | Must demonstrate English level of IELTS 6.0 with no band less that 5.5 or equivalent, such as: IBT 60 PTE Academic 50 CAE 169 OET Pass Duolingo 100 General English Advanced MOI Certificate Certificate IV or higher qualification with an Australian institution. |
Pathway
- Certificate III in Individual Support+Diploma of Community Services
- Certificate IV in Ageing Support+Diploma of Community Services
- Certificate IV in Disability+Diploma of Community Services
- Certificate III in Individual Support+Certificate IV in Ageing Support+Diploma of Community Services
- Certificate III in Individual Support+Certificate IV in Disability+Diploma of Community Services
Career Opportunities
This qualification enables the student to seek employment in the following job roles:
- Community services worker
- Case manager
- Family support worker
- Client services manager
- Community development officer
- Service manager and/or program coordinator