CHC52015 - Diploma of Community Services (VET Student Loans)
Harness your compassion and talents and pursue a rewarding career with our Diploma of Community Services to further build upon your skills in emotional intelligence, community and interpersonal skills, required to thrive in this challenging and rewarding sector. You will gain a sound understanding of the legal, ethical and compliance environment in which the community services sector operates, understand the needs of clients, and gain the skills to effectively and appropriately develop holistic care plans for clients and client groups. Our qualification is designed with some volunteer or work experience in the community services sector and will help build the formal skills and knowledge required to thrive in professional roles in the community services industry. The community services industry is one of the fastest growing sectors in Australia, with more than 69,000 new jobs for Community Workers and Community Support Workers anticipated between 2018-2023 (joboutlook.gov.au).
Fees
$10,490 AUD
- VET Student Loans is available
- Smart and Skilled is available in New South Wales
- Payment plans are available for this qualification.
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Course Duration
The estimated time to complete this qualification is:
- 12-13 hours per week over a study period up to 24 months
comprising of:
- on-the-job learning
- workplace practice
- self-directed study
- work placement.
Entry Requirements
Students must be working or volunteering in a community service organisation with sufficient opportunity to develop competency on the job through an action learning approach.
- Please refer to the Admissions and Enrolment Policy for more detailed information about the entry requirements for this qualification.
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Graduate Outcomes
On successful completion of this qualification, you will have the skills and knowledge to:
- understand the legal, ethical and compliance environment in which the Community Services sector operates
- understand the developmental needs of clients and client groups
- utilize advanced emotional intelligence, counselling and communication skills
- develop holistic care and case management plans for clients and client groups.
Industry Recognition
Successful attainment of the Diploma of Community Services will allow for articulation into higher awards including a range of undergraduate and postgraduate awards offered by the University of New England (UNE) School of Health.*
*Applications must address UNE Program entry criteria. Enrolment fees are set annually by the UNE. UNE Partnerships is currently in the process of negotiating recognition with other peak bodies and community services organisations.
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Unit information
16 units of competency must be successfully completed to attain this qualification.
| Unit | Description |
| BSBLDR511 | Develop and use emotional intelligence |
| CHCADV002 | Provide advocacy and representation services |
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
| CHCCCS007 | Develop and implement service programs |
| CHCCDE012 | Work within organisation and government structures to enable community development outcomes |
| CHCCOM003 | Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCCSL007 | Supporting counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 | Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDEV001 | Confirm client developmental status |
| CHCDEV002 | Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| 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 |
