NEXT INTAKE
On Campus: Alice Springs
Start Date: TBD
Duration:
STUDY LOCATIONS
Gold Coast
Darwin
Alice Springs
WAYS TO STUDY
On campus
Online
Traineeship
Blended delivery
COURSE BROCHURE
Entry Requirements
Successful enrolment into this course requires participants to be able to successfully complete a language Literacy and Numeracy test or have the equivalent knowledge and understanding at a minimum Year 10 standard
Course Requirements
Successful completion of the Diploma of Community Services (CHC52021) will require you to complete all core and electives from the list below. A minimum of 200 hours of vocational placement in an approved and relevant setting is also required for successful achievement
Career Outcomes
Community Service Worker
Family Support Worker
Disability Support Worker
Support and Community Coordinator
Case Manager
Course Overview
This Diploma level qualification reflects the role of community services workers involved in the delivery, management and coordination of person-centered services to individuals, groups, and communities.
At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously within their scope of practice under broad directions from senior management.
Workers support people to make change in their lives to improve personal and social wellbeing and may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers. They may also undertake case management and program coordination.
WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Core Units
CHCCCS004
CHCCCS007
CHCCCS019
CHCCSM013
CHCDEV005
CHCDFV001
CHCDIV001
CHCDIV002
CHCLEG003
CHCMGT005
CHCPRP003
HLTWHS003
Assess co-existing needs
Develop and implement service programs
Recognise and respond to crisis situations
Facilitate and review case management
Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
Work with diverse people
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
Manage legal and ethical compliance
Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
Maintain work health and safety
Elective Units
CHCMHS001
CHCAOD004
CHCPRP001
CHCAOD009
CHCPRT034
CHCDIV003
CHCMHS002
CHCMHS011
Work with people with mental health issues
Assess needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
Develop and review individual alcohol and other drugs treatment plans
Work with children and young people with complex trauma and attachment issues and needs
Manage and promote diversity
Establish self-directed recovery relationships
Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
PAYMENT OPTIONS
No matter what your circumstances, Star College Australia has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help!
Payment Plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Funding and Subsidies
Government funding or subsidies may be applicable for your enrolment in this course.
Please connect with our team to discuss what options may be available to you
Upfront Payment
This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or funding program.