Ready for a career where you can make a positive difference in people's lives? Get the skills you need to move into a program coordinator, early intervention worker, or case manager role within the community services sector.
Completing the Diploma of Community Services will help you to take that next step in your community services career — maybe as a program coordinator, an early intervention worker, or a case manager.
The course will give you specialised skills in coordinating complex cases. You'll learn how to develop and manage community programs; promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing; respond to critical situations; manage service delivery; develop policy and procedures and undertake research; coordinate volunteers; develop and maintain professional networks; work with cultural diversity; and a solid understanding of ethical behaviour and legal responsibilities in a community services setting.
Note: This course is suitable for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
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This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
This qualification will give you specialised skills to be able to work in roles in community services, case management or social housing. You will be involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities.
Fast track - 26 weeks course (PIT) OR Standard 52 weeks course (PIT)
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CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services - Become qualified, find employment, be empowered. Up-skill and get job ready with this Diploma of Community Services qualification. This qualification reflects the roles of community services, case management and social housing workers involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities. At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management. Workers are usually providing direct support to individuals or groups of individuals. Help someone live their best life by enrolling into this course today! With reasonable entry requirements and access to affordable payment options, it means you can learn and practice now. This nationally accredited qualification is delivered in a classroom environment and has a workplace component of 100 hours. Contact us today to find out more: 1300 757 296. On site delivery also available for traineeships.
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The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services equips students with the knowledge and practical skills required to become a qualified Community Care Worker or if they choose the Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) pathway, they could become a Case Worker. The course provides students with specialised knowledge needed to work with clients in a legal and ethical environment which promotes inclusion and growth within diverse communities. Students will understand the practices required to analyse the needs of individuals, provide them with case management to help them within their environments, assess the needs within communities and develop service programs to meet their needs. Students must meet the eligibility requirements and agree to the mandatory attendance requirements to apply for the Lower Fees, Local Skills subsidy. Attendance requirements are as follows for Existing Workers. Existing Worker: You will be considered an 'Existing Worker' if you work 20 or more hours for the same employer. If you are an 'Existing Worker', you will be required to attend class 1 day per week. Please speak to the Career Advisors or the Student Services team at TrainSmart Australia. For further information and details, visit our website www.tsa.edu.au or www.myskills.gov.au If want to pursue a rewarding career in community services, phone 1300 855 517 for more information.
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The information presented on the course lists within this website is provided to the Department of Training and Workforce Development by the WA TAFE colleges and private training providers, and is offered as a guide only. It is updated regularly, however some changes to details may occur in between updates. You should always contact the TAFE or private training provider directly to confirm details and/or ask questions.