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 Work 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 |
| 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 + 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 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Careerslearn more... | $225.00 | $400 |
| Not eligible for funding | $2,800 | $2,800 |
| Tuition Fee | $5,000 |
|---|---|
| Materials Fee | $200 |
| Enrolment Fee | $300 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 | |
| CHCCOM001 | Provide first point of contact |
| CHCDIS003 | 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: 19/04/2023
ACA - Cert 3 Community Services - Loganholme - 19 Apr 2023 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 17/05/2023
ACA - Cert III Community Services - Strathpine (QLD) - 17 May 2023 (Wed-Fri) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 12/04/2023
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - Salisbury-SA - 12 April 2023 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 24/05/2023
ACA - Cert III Community Services - Structured Online (QLD) - 24 May 2023 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 19/04/2023 | ACA - Cert 3 Community Services - Loganholme - 19 Apr 2023 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 | |
| 17/05/2023 | ACA - Cert III Community Services - Strathpine (QLD) - 17 May 2023 (Wed-Fri) UOS2 |
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 12/04/2023 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - Salisbury-SA - 12 April 2023 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 |
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 24/05/2023 | ACA - Cert III Community Services - Structured Online (QLD) - 24 May 2023 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
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