Diploma of Community Services Work - CHC50608

Who is this course for?

Strengthen your abilities with our Diploma of Community Services Work.

If you are dedicated to the rewards and challenges of the social and welfare professions, this course will equip you with the skills, knowledge and ethical attributes to work at an advanced level.  You will be ready to undertake direct client work, community development or community health promotion and engage in programs supporting families, individuals and social groups.

This course is now available under VET FEE-HELP. Click on the logo to the right for more information about this student loan scheme.  For tuition fees and schedule, please download our Schedule of Fees document.

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Quick Course Guide

Course Structure

There are 18 modules to be completed in this community services qualification - 11 core and seven (7) electives.

Core Modules

• CHCCD514A - Implement community development strategies
• CHCCM503C - Develop, facilitate and monitor all aspects of case management
• CHCCOM504A - Develop, implement and promote effective workplace communication
• CHCCS500A - Conduct complex assessment and referral
• CHCCSL501A - Work within a structured counselling framework
• CHCCW503A - Work intensively with clients
• CHCGROUP403D - Plan and conduct group activities
• CHCLD415A - Confirm client developmental status
• CHCLD514A - Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services
• CHCORG428A - Reflect on and improve own professional practice
• HLTOHS300A - Contribute to OHS processes

Elective Modules

• CHCAD603A - Provide systems advocacy services
• CHCCSL508A - Apply legal and ethical responsibilities in counselling practice
• CHCDFV404C - Promote community awareness of domestic and family violence
• CHCYTH506A - Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances
• CHCAOD408A - Assess needs of clients with alcohol and/or other drugs issues
• CHCADMIN604A - Manage the finances, accounts and resources of an organisation
• CHCORG506C - Coordinate the work environment

Enquire now to find out about course fees, start dates and whether you are eligible for government funded programs.