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. Yr 12 graduates receive a discounted rate within one year of graduating. 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 40 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students must be able to pass a working with children check |
| 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 40 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students must be able to pass a working with children check |
| 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 |
| Funding | Concession | Non-concession |
|---|---|---|
| Job Trainer learn more... | $0 | $0 |
| Certificate 3 Guarantee learn more... | $20 ($1.66 per subject) | $50 ($4.16 per subject) |
| Year 13 learn more... | $1 | $2 |
| Not eligible for funding | $2,350 | $2,350 |
| Funding | Concession | Non-concession |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Careers learn more... | $118.75 | $400 |
| Not eligible for funding | $2,800 | $2,800 |
| 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 |
| CHCCDE003 | Work within a community development framework |
| 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: 03/11/2021
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - NERANG - 3 NOVEMBER 2021 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 10/11/2021
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - BOOVAL - 10 NOV 2021 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 24/11/2021
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES- COOPERS PLAINS - 24 NOVEMBER 2021 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 01/12/2021
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - LOGANHOLME - 1 DECEMBER 2021 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 01/12/2021
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - STRATHPINE - 1 DECEMBER 2021 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 08/12/2021
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - NERANG - 8 DECEMBER 2021 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 02/02/2022
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - STRATHPINE - 2 FEBRUARY 2022 (Wed-Fri) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 02/02/2022
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES- COOPERS PLAINS - 2 FEBRUARY 2022 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 16/03/2022
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - STRATHPINE - 16 MARCH 2022 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 05/11/2021
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - MARION SA - 5 NOVEMBER 2021 (Thu-Fri) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 17/11/2021
ACA - COMM SERVICES - MAWSON LAKES SA - 17 NOVEMBER 2021 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 01/12/2021
ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - STRUCTURED ONLINE - 1 DECEMBER 2021 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 03/11/2021 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - NERANG - 3 NOVEMBER 2021 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 | |
| 10/11/2021 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - BOOVAL - 10 NOV 2021 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 | |
| 24/11/2021 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES- COOPERS PLAINS - 24 NOVEMBER 2021 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 | |
| 01/12/2021 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - LOGANHOLME - 1 DECEMBER 2021 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 | |
| 01/12/2021 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - STRATHPINE - 1 DECEMBER 2021 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 | |
| 08/12/2021 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - NERANG - 8 DECEMBER 2021 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 | |
| 02/02/2022 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - STRATHPINE - 2 FEBRUARY 2022 (Wed-Fri) UOS2 | |
| 02/02/2022 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES- COOPERS PLAINS - 2 FEBRUARY 2022 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 | |
| 16/03/2022 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - STRATHPINE - 16 MARCH 2022 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 |
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 05/11/2021 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - MARION SA - 5 NOVEMBER 2021 (Thu-Fri) UOS2 | |
| 17/11/2021 | ACA - COMM SERVICES - MAWSON LAKES SA - 17 NOVEMBER 2021 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 |
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 01/12/2021 | ACA - COMMUNITY SERVICES - STRUCTURED ONLINE - 1 DECEMBER 2021 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
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