CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
- Course Code CHC52021
- Duration 52 weeks (47 weeks study + 5 weeks holiday)
- Location Perth Campus
- Timetable Thursday & Friday (8:45am - 5:00pm)
- Self Directed Study 4 - 6 hours
- Next Intake Date Monthly
Course Outline
Our Diploma of Community Services is perfect for those who have a passion for working with a community and helping disadvantaged individuals. This course provides you with the knowledge to be able to successfully develop and implement service programs, work in a multicultural environment and promote diversity, as well as facilitate workplace support processes. Throughout your study, you will be exposed to the different sectors available, helping to assist and guide you when it comes to choosing which type you would like to enter and work for in the future.
On completion of this course you will be able to assess the needs of a community and use strategies to find resources to best help communities to become dependent on themselves, as well as being knowledgeable when it comes to legal and ethical compliance.
Possible job outcomes from completing this course include:
- Housing Manager
- Social Housing Coordinator
- Community Services Case Manager
*Please note all WAIFS courses are also offered via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
This course will be delivered and assessed via classroom delivery, simulated environments, work-based training, portfolios, presentations, knowledge questions, and written assessments.
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Entry Requirements
Successful completion of Year 12 (or equivalent).
For International Students studying vocational (VET) course/s only; IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.
For International students studying English (ELICOS) and a VET course; IELTS 5.0 or equivalent and 20 weeks of ELICOS or IELTS 5.5 or equivalent and 10 weeks of ELICOS.
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Units of Competency
Total Number of Units: 20
12 core units + 8 elective units
Core Units
Unit Code Unit Name Assess co-existing needs Participate in workplace health and safety 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
Unit Code Unit Name Manage personal health and wellbeing Facilitate responsible behaviour Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support Develop workplace communication strategies Develop and provide person-centred service responses Develop and promote positive person-centred behaviour supports Manage and promote diversity Lead the work team -
Work-based Training
All students of the Diploma of Community Services undertake 220 hours in a work-based placement, linked to a number of units of competency in the Diploma. You would undertake the practical components of the course in the community services industry and work alongside qualified professionals and/or skilled workers.
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Pathways/Articulation
Successful completion of this qualification provides you with a pathway into our Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management or a range of other Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Degree qualifications. You may be able to receive exemptions from some subjects based on this qualification.
WAIFS also has an articulation pathway with Murdoch University which will allow students to complete a Bachelor of Arts in Community Development in 2 years instead of 3 years.
The level of articulation to other universities or RTOs may vary, so you should apply to the institute of your choice well in advance of completion of your qualification at WAIFS.
If you want more details of this course, please contact admissions@waifs.wa.edu.au.
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International Fees
Tuition Fee: $9,950.00
Materials Fee: $750.00
A one off $250.00 Enrolment Fee is applicable to process the Application.
*Course fees may change. This is usually annually on 1 July and typically no more than 4%.
**Fees quoted are in AUS Dollars.
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Domestic Fees
Tuition Fee: $6,500.00
Materials Fee: $750.00
A one off $250.00 Enrolment Fee is applicable to process the Application.
*Course fees may change. This is usually annually on 1 July and typically no more than 4%.
**Fees quoted are in AUS Dollars.
Indicative Domestic Fees – Government Funded
Lower fees, local skills — Reduced course fees.Through the Lower fees, local skills program, this course is from a selection of over 180 qualifications and enjoy half-price course fees capped to an annual total of $400 for unemployed and concession students and youth (ages 15—24), and $1,200 for non-concession students.
For more information on funded fees please email marketing@waifs.wa.edu.au.
Please refer to Jobs and Skills WA to find out more about the funding and associated delivery.