Diploma of Community Services

CRICOS Code: 115604E | National Code: CHC52021

Duration: 104 weeks

Course Overview

Take the next step in your career in the community services sector with this advanced qualification. This course will give you the high-level skills needed for a role with a community organisation.

According to the Australian Government’s Job Outlook service, the number of people working in community and welfare support is expected to grow strongly in the coming years.

This qualification reflects the role of community services workers involved in the delivery, management and coordination of person-centred 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.

There are a total of 20 units to complete the course. This includes 12 core units and 8 elective units. Some of the units of this course are listed below:

Core Units

  • CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
  • CHCCCS007 Develop and implement service programs
  • CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
  • CHCCSM013 Facilitate and review case management
  • CHCDEV005 Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services
  • CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
  • CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
  • CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
  • CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
  • CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
  • CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
  • HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety

Elective Units

  • BSBPEF401 Manage personal health and wellbeing
  • BSBTWK503 Manage meetings
  • CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
  • CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
  • CHCCSL001 Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
  • CHCADV002 Provide advocacy and representation services
  • CHCDIS017 Facilitate community participation and social inclusion
  • CHCFAM003 Support people to improve relationship

Entry Requirements - Read More

  • Total Number of Units = 20
  • 12 Core Units
  • 8 Elective Units 
  • Tuition Fee = $20,000 AUD
  • Material Fees = $1,200 AUD
  • Enrolment Fees = $300 AUD
  • Total Fees = $21,500 AUD

As a community services worker, you'll find a rewarding and satisfying career, making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals and communities.
This community services course will prepare you for various roles, such as:

  • Homeless support worker
  • Child protection worker
  • Community services worker
  • Family support worker

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