Course details

CRICOS course code: 091282J

Level of study: Career Based/Vocational

Summary

With a Diploma of Community Services, you can graduate with the skills and knowledge to be a valued professional worker in the community and social service areas. This may include areas in child protection, domestic violence, employment support, and migrant services, amongst others. You will have gained comprehensive skills in advocacy, case management, community program development, consultation, policy, and research, preparing you for a fulfilling and important career.

Course Structure:

To receive this qualification you must complete 16 units, 8 core and 8 electives. Students attend college 20 hours per week, either 4 evening per week or 3 days per week.

Units

Core

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

CHCDEV001 Confirm Client Development Status

CHCCSM005 Develop, Facilitate and Review all Aspects of Case Management

CHCCCS004 Assess Coexisting Needs

CHCADV002 Provide Advocacy and Representation Services

CHCCDE011 Implement Community Development Strategies

CHCCSL001 Establish and Confirm the Counselling Relationship

CHCMHS001 Work with People with Mental Health Issues

CHCDFV006 Counsel Clients Affected by Domestic and Family Violence

Course Outcomes:

For pathway students, upon completion of the course, students will be exempted 8 units in Bachelor of Community Services at Stott’s.

Occupational titles for graduates with this qualification may include:

• Welfare Worker
• Community Worker
• Case Worker
• Youth Worker
• Family Support Worker
• Disability Services Worker
• Migrant Resource Worker
• Community Based Corrections Officer
• Lifestyle Coordinator

This Careers link explores the relevant career options for the Diploma and Bachelor of Community Services. Note, the 3rd ring equals a diploma level qualification and the 4th ring equals a Bachelor qualification. For more information regarding your potential career outcomes please contact one of our experienced course advisors.

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