CRICOS Code 106471K
The Certificate III in Community Services is designed to develop a broad range of competencies and skills. This qualification will prepare you to work in a range of community service roles such as Aged Care, Disability, Youth Work and others. It prepares you for case management, individual needs planning, health and well-being strategies, working with disabilities, cultural diversity, and working with at-risk individuals. The Certificate III in Community Services also incorporates a work experience element that will enable you to put into practice the theory and skills you will learn. The course will increase your skills in the areas of:
Qualification Level | Certificate III |
---|---|
Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 15 years old, not attending secondary school. Must also complete a language, literacy and numeracy test |
Nominal Duration | 15 weeks incl. vocational placement (course length may be adjusted depending upon student progression/needs) |
Attendance | 2 - 3 days per week |
Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
Delivery Method | Face to Face learning + vocational placement |
Course Materials | All course materials are included |
Vocational Placement | Minimum 20 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working with children check or police checks |
Qualification Level | Certificate III |
---|---|
Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Existing or new worker in the industry. Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Must complete a language, literacy and numeracy test. |
Nominal Duration | 6-12 months |
Attendance | Onsite + online |
Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
Delivery Method | Online learning + workplace |
Course Materials | All course materials are included |
Vocational Placement | Students need to obtain experience in a relevant workplace and satisfactorily demonstrate a series of skills. The minimum number of hours required as part of this placement is 20. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working with children check or police checks. |
Qualification Level | Certificate III |
---|---|
Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 15 years old, not attending secondary school. Must also complete a language, literacy and numeracy test |
Nominal Duration | 15 weeks incl. vocational placement (course length may be adjusted depending upon student progression/needs) |
Attendance | 2 - 3 zoom sessions per week. Zoom sessions will occur during business hours. Usually after midday. Students are required to complete online theory assessments in addition to the zoom sessions. |
Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
Delivery Method | All theory is completed online. To assist with the learning, students are required to attend online live zoom sessions each week. Vocational placement is undertaken once all of the theory has been completed unless the student is already working in the industry. |
Course Materials | All course materials are included |
Vocational Placement | Minimum 20 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working with children check or police checks |
Resources Required | Students must have their own access to computer and internat to access the course materials. Students are also need a webcam, camera or other recording device to be able to record role plays |
Location | Spring Hill, QLD |
---|---|
Qualification Level | Certificate III |
Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Must be an International Student on a student visa (subclass 500). IELTS 5.5 or equivalent English language test result or the completion of 12-week Strategix IELTS Preparation program. Yr 12 equivalent (High School Graduate Certificate) |
Nominal Duration | 24 weeks, including vocational placement |
Attendance | 3 days per week |
Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
Delivery Method | Face to face delivery + vocational placement |
Course Materials | Course material fees $200 |
Vocational Placement | Minimum 20 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working with children check or police checks. |
Funding | Concession | Non-concession |
---|---|---|
Certificate 3 Guarantee learn more... | $20 ($1.66 per subject) | $50 ($4.16 per subject) |
User Choice learn more... | $313.60 | $784 ($1.60 per nominal hour) |
Not eligible for funding | $2,350 | $2,350 |
Funding | Concession | Non-concession |
---|---|---|
Subsidised training learn more... | $225.00 | $832.50 |
Not eligible for funding | $2,800 | $2,800 |
Tuition Fee | $5,600 |
---|---|
Materials Fee | $200 |
Enrolment Fee | $250 non-refundable |
CHCCCS016 | Respond to client needs |
CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development |
CHCCCS009 |
Facilitate responsible behaviour
|
CHCCOM001 | Provide first point of contact |
CHCDIS012 | Support community participation and social inclusion |
CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
CHCVOL001 | Be an effective volunteer |
CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
Start Date: 18/12/2024
ACA - Cert III Community Services - Elizabeth (SA) - 18 Dec 2024 (Mon-Tue) UOS2 |
Start Date: 15/01/2025
ACA - Cert III Community Services - Christie Downs (SA) - 15 Jan 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS1 |
Start Date: 05/02/2025
ACA - Cert III Community Services - Elizabeth (SA) - 5 Feb 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS1 |
Start Date: 26/02/2025
ACA - Cert III Community Services - Christie Downs (SA) - 26 Feb 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS2 |
Start Date: 22/01/2025
ACA - Cert III Community Services - Structured Online (QLD) - 22 Jan 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
Start Date: 05/03/2025
ACA - Cert III Community Services - Structured Online (QLD) - 5 Mar 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 |
Start Date: 16/04/2025
ACA - Cert III Community Services - Structured Online (QLD) - 16 Apr 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
Start Date | Details | Enrol |
18/12/2024 | ACA - Cert III Community Services - Elizabeth (SA) - 18 Dec 2024 (Mon-Tue) UOS2 | |
15/01/2025 | ACA - Cert III Community Services - Christie Downs (SA) - 15 Jan 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS1 | |
05/02/2025 | ACA - Cert III Community Services - Elizabeth (SA) - 5 Feb 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS1 | |
26/02/2025 | ACA - Cert III Community Services - Christie Downs (SA) - 26 Feb 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS2 |
Start Date | Details | Enrol |
22/01/2025 | ACA - Cert III Community Services - Structured Online (QLD) - 22 Jan 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 | |
05/03/2025 | ACA - Cert III Community Services - Structured Online (QLD) - 5 Mar 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 | |
16/04/2025 | ACA - Cert III Community Services - Structured Online (QLD) - 16 Apr 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
Start Date | Details | Enrol |
"*" indicates required fields
As part of our commitment to delivering quality and current training, some of our training products will undergo an update from time to time. To view the latest information on all qualifications currently being updated please click here
"*" indicates required fields
"*" indicates required fields