CHC52021
CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
OVERVIEW
This course will give you the skills and knowledge to deliver, manage and coordinate a person-centred service to individuals, groups, and communities. You will learn specialised skills in community services to work autonomously within the scope of practice under broad directions from senior management. As well as how to support people to make change in their lives to improve personal and social wellbeing and learn how to take responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers.
COURSE CODE
CHC52021
CRICOS CODE
113465E
DURATION
104 Weeks (80 study weeks and up to 24 break weeks*) (*Maximum break applies to courses crossing over the Christmas/New year break)
INTAKES
4 intakes per year – January, April, July, October
TIMETABLE
20 hours per week
Classroom lectures, workshops, tutorials and online studies
WORK PLACEMENT
This course requires you to complete 330 hours of supervised work placement in an approved registered organisation.
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CAREER INSIGHTS
Upon completion of this course, you will be able to pursue a career as a:
Case Coordinator
Case Worker or Manager
Alcohol and other Drug Worker
Community Service Worker
Early Intervention Worker
Community Program Coordinator or Manager
Family Support Worker
Welfare Support Worker
FUTURE GROWTH
Very Strong
23.1% projected job growth in 5 years
Source: myskills.gov.au
WEEKLY PAY
$1,403
The most common salary is $73,000 for a Community Worker.
Source: myskills.gov.au
SATISFIED WITH TRAINING
86.4%
Percentage of graduates of this course who were satisfied with the training.
Source: myskills.gov.au
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- International students must be at least 18 years of age
- Students must demonstrate English language proficiency at IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
- Students must have an Australian Higher School Certificate or equivalent
- Student must pass the Police check in the state or territory you are planning to work in, prior to work placement.
- Student must have vaccinations against infectious disease prior to work placement.
Assessment
Our courses involve a combination of classroom and online learning, practical sessions, research and project work. We utilise a range of assessment methods including role plays, written assessments, skills demonstration, projects, presentations, training records and work samples for the assessment of competency.
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
You may apply to have previous courses, formal qualifications, knowledge, work experience and/or life experiences assessed for credit or exemption towards this course. Please contact us for more information.
Ready to enrol? Enquire Now to get in touch with one of our international team members. Alternatively, you can email our International Admissions team at admissions@kca.edu.au.
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I wanted to study Childcare because it was a challenge I wanted to complete and KCA Education helped me do that. I decided to study with KCA Education and they helped me with work placement which eventually led to receiving a full time position with them
Francesca Lopez
Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care
Everyone was very accommodating and helpful at KCA Education. It was great to meet new friends that were doing the same thing I was and it became easier to complete the course and gain a qualification that set me up for my career in Aged Career
Marley Reyes
Certificate III/IV In Individual Support (Ageing)
I learnt so much about the sector and aged care throughout this course and cannot wait to complete further studies through KCA Education to progress my career. KCA Education has been a fantastic training organisation.
Chun-hee Kim
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)
I feel I am more qualified and have more knowledge, patience and commitment to continue being a team leader. The class environment was fantastic. I now have the courage to speak to an audience and I have left more confident.
Adriana Franco
Certificate III In Individual Support
My learning experience with KCA Education has been an amazing journey. I feel I have learnt a lot and am far more confident in my role in Aged Care and now have the knowledge to further my career… KCA Education is a wonderful learning centre and I will definitely be recommending it to everyone I talk to.
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Certificate IV in Ageing Support
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