Diploma of Community Services
National ID: CHC52015 | State ID: AWM0
This qualification addresses work in roles that usually involve service delivery, either direct client work and/or community education or development projects.
Workers at this level operate at an advanced skill level and may also have responsibility for the supervision of other staff and volunteers.
The training package does not specify any mandatory entry requirements into this course. However prospective students should note that a mandatory part of the course requires you to participate and complete a supervised work placement, in a suitable environment that provides the services in your selected area of study. Before you commence work placement, you may be required to obtain a police clearance (approximately $72). Please check when you enquire as to whether a police clearance is required for your work placement.
It is strongly recommended you also consult with your doctor about having a flu vaccination.
Further information on work placement requirements can be obtained from the CHC Training Package Implementation Guide
Study modes and durations differ depending on your local campus. Please check with your local campus for more information.
Entrance Requirements
Job opportunities
Study pathway
How to apply
Entrance Requirements
| School Leaver |
Non-School Leaver |
AQF |
| Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent |
Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades) |
Certificate III |
Job opportunities
Possible career options for graduates are Welfare Worker, Youth Worker, Developmental Worker, Home Care worker, Family Carer or Nursing Assistant. Graduates are able to work in aged care homes, youth shelters, State Government Family and Community Service Agencies, youth centres, aboriginal communities, community centres and local councils. Working for oneself through contract community work is possible also.
How to apply
Part time, flexible or online courses have rolling enrolments. For help enrolling or for more information contact your local campus.
Please note that all delivery modes may not be available at all campuses, please check with individual campuses on modes of study.
For full time courses, apply at http://tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au when applications are open.
For international students, contact www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au.
For apprenticeships and traineeships, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study.
For all other enquiries please call us on 1800 621 445 or email enquiry@srtafe.wa.edu.au.
Delivery location, important dates and study options
Available Semester 1 & Semester 2, 2019
Albany - Full Time, Part Time, Flexible
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
12 months |
| When |
Available Semester 1 & Semester 2 |
| Where |
Albany |
| How |
Flexible
Full-Time
Part-Time
|
Fees and charges
Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.
South Regional TAFE's indicative fees for 2019 are available at the link:
www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au/futurestudents/feespaymentoptions
These fees are indicative for local students enrolling full-time in government funded courses in 2017. Your fees will be calculated from your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
Concessions (for eligible courses at certificate levels I to IV) and annual course fee caps may apply. Other charges may apply.
VET Student Loan
Students in Diploma qualifications and above may be assisted through a loan under the Commonwealth Government's VET Student Loan scheme. Only an Australian citizen, a permanent humanitarian visa holder and resident in Australia, or a New Zealand Special Visa 444 student who can also provide evidence of a WACE Certificate (completion of Year 12) or equivalent can apply for a loan. For more information please see http://studyassist.gov.au/sites/StudyAssist/ (Opens in a new window )
For information on the VET Student Loan process at South Regional TAFE please see http://www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au/futurestudents/vet-student-loans
International students
Fees, charges, available locations, applications, and enrolment procedures for international students are different to those applicable to local students.
International students can only study full-time. For information on international student fees and application, please follow this link to the TAFE International WA website www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au/courses
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| 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 |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| BSBFIM501 |
Manage budgets and financial plans |
| CHCADV002 |
Provide advocacy and representation services |
| CHCCSL001 |
Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCCSL003 |
Facilitate the counselling relationship and process |
| CHCCSL007 |
Support counselling clients in decision-making processes |
| CHCCSM005 |
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCDFV006 |
Counsel clients affected by domestic and family violence |
| CHCGRP002 |
Plan and conduct group activities |
Apply now
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Bunbury - Flexible, Workshops
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
12 months |
| When |
Available Semester 1 & Semester 2 |
| Where |
Bunbury |
| How |
Flexible
Workshops
|
Fees and charges
Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.
South Regional TAFE's indicative fees for 2019 are available at the link:
www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au/futurestudents/feespaymentoptions
These fees are indicative for local students enrolling full-time in government funded courses in 2017. Your fees will be calculated from your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
Concessions (for eligible courses at certificate levels I to IV) and annual course fee caps may apply. Other charges may apply.
VET Student Loan
Students in Diploma qualifications and above may be assisted through a loan under the Commonwealth Government's VET Student Loan scheme. Only an Australian citizen, a permanent humanitarian visa holder and resident in Australia, or a New Zealand Special Visa 444 student who can also provide evidence of a WACE Certificate (completion of Year 12) or equivalent can apply for a loan. For more information please see http://studyassist.gov.au/sites/StudyAssist/ (Opens in a new window )
For information on the VET Student Loan process at South Regional TAFE please see http://www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au/futurestudents/vet-student-loans
International students
Fees, charges, available locations, applications, and enrolment procedures for international students are different to those applicable to local students.
International students can only study full-time. For information on international student fees and application, please follow this link to the TAFE International WA website www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au/courses
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| 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 |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| BSBFIM501 |
Manage budgets and financial plans |
| BSBWOR403 |
Manage stress in the workplace |
| BSBWOR502 |
Lead and manage team effectiveness |
| CHCADV002 |
Provide advocacy and representation services |
| CHCCDE011 |
Implement community development strategies |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCMHS013 |
Implement trauma informed care |
| CHCPOL001 |
Contribute to the review and development of policies |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Available Semester 1 & Semester 2, 2020
Bunbury - Flexible, Workshops
Overview
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration |
12 months |
| When |
Available Semester 1 & Semester 2 |
| Where |
Bunbury |
| How |
Flexible
|
Fees and charges
Please contact the college to receive an indicative price for this course.
South Regional TAFE's indicative fees for 2019 are available at the link:
www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au/futurestudents/feespaymentoptions
These fees are indicative for local students enrolling full-time in government funded courses in 2017. Your fees will be calculated from your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
Concessions (for eligible courses at certificate levels I to IV) and annual course fee caps may apply. Other charges may apply.
VET Student Loan
Students in Diploma qualifications and above may be assisted through a loan under the Commonwealth Government's VET Student Loan scheme. Only an Australian citizen, a permanent humanitarian visa holder and resident in Australia, or a New Zealand Special Visa 444 student who can also provide evidence of a WACE Certificate (completion of Year 12) or equivalent can apply for a loan. For more information please see http://studyassist.gov.au/sites/StudyAssist/ (Opens in a new window )
For information on the VET Student Loan process at South Regional TAFE please see http://www.southregionaltafe.wa.edu.au/futurestudents/vet-student-loans
International students
Fees, charges, available locations, applications, and enrolment procedures for international students are different to those applicable to local students.
International students can only study full-time. For information on international student fees and application, please follow this link to the TAFE International WA website www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au/courses
Units
Not all units and study modes are offered at all campuses. Please check with your local campus.
Core
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| 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 |
Elective
| National ID |
Unit Title |
| BSBFIM501 |
Manage budgets and financial plans |
| BSBWOR403 |
Manage stress in the workplace |
| BSBWOR502 |
Lead and manage team effectiveness |
| CHCADV002 |
Provide advocacy and representation services |
| CHCCDE011 |
Implement community development strategies |
| CHCCSL002 |
Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills |
| CHCMHS013 |
Implement trauma informed care |
| CHCPOL001 |
Contribute to the review and development of policies |
Apply now
Ready to apply for this course? Check out the
apply and enrol page for more information.
Education and Community Services
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