Diploma of Community Services (RPL)
Provider:
Course Code:
DipCS (RPL)
CRICOS Code:
CHC52015
Qualification Level:
Diploma
Course Area:
Health and Medicine, Society and Culture
Duration:
1-Semester
Study Mode:
Full Time
Location:
Hobart, Australia
Course Fees:
AUD 4,000 Per Course
Delivery Mode:
Online Delivery
Target:
International
Intake:
Flexible Intakes
Course Overview
People with community services experience have the opportunity to obtain an accredited Diploma of Community Services by participating in a 5 day RPL. This RPL mode draws upon your many years of community engagement ministry experience and provides quality gap training. The Diploma of Community Services is endorsed by the ACC NSW President Pastor Paul Bartlett, and is based on the TGIM Community Engagement Model, outlining the latest best practice in community engagement. It is specifically designed for experienced community workers and those who have experience in church based community services work.
Course Structure
To be awarded the Diploma of Community Services, students must show competency in 8 core and 8 elective units, or satisfy RPL requirements.
Entry Requirement
| Admission Requirements | |
|---|---|
| Academic Entry Requirements | It is recommended students have a minimum of year 10, or equivalent. Students without a year 10 level, should demonstrate at least five years of community involvement. Each participant is required to complete the RPL Experience Checklist.
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| Language Requirement | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Score (Minimum) | Overseas students are required to demonstrate their English proficiency skills. Such students admitted into our programs must attain an overall IELTS (or equivalent) score of 5.5 (with no score below 5.0 in any of the four skills areas). |
Career Opportunities
Once you get to know the uniqueness of your community, the possibilities are endless. You can work for community agencies, coordinate volunteers, or create your own service to meet a community need: Soup Kitchen? Opshop? Working with refugees? What does your community need?