Careers within the Community Services sector are demanding but rewarding. The skills learned will apply to a broad range of job opportunities that will enable you to make a real difference in many people’s lives. The Diploma of Community Services will provide knowledge and skills to work with vulnerable community members. It also provides a great pathway to relevant Bachelor degree courses. Work with, youth, families, those with addictions or people with disabilities. You will develop the skills to build strong relationships, facilitate group activities, case management, advocacy and to respond holistically to meet social needs and issues. The Diploma of Community Services also incorporates a work experience element so you will get to put into practice the theory & skills you learn. Increase your skills in the areas of:
Qualification Level | Diploma |
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Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Achieve Level 3 Reading and Level 2 Numeracy in LLN assessment provided after enrolment. May be asked to provide year 12 or Cert IV or higher qualification certificate. May be required to obtain a positive working with children and/or police check before commencing placement. |
Nominal Duration | 12 months 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 100 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. |
Qualification Level | Diploma |
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Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Achieve Level 3 Reading and Level 2 Numeracy in LLN assessment provided after enrolment. May be asked to provide year 12 or Cert IV or higher qualification certificate. May be required to obtain a positive working with children and/or police check before commencing placement. |
Nominal Duration | 12 months incl. vocational placement (course length may be adjusted depending upon student progression/needs) |
Study status | This is a full-time course with students expected to study more than 20 hours per week |
Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
Delivery Method | Online learning + vocational placement. Tutors available to enhance remote learning |
Course Materials | All course materials are included as an electronic resource |
Vocational Placement | Minimum 100 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. |
Qualification Level | Diploma |
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Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Achieve Level 3 Reading and Level 2 Numeracy in LLN assessment provided after enrolment. May be asked to provide year 12 or Cert IV or higher qualification certificate. May be required to obtain a positive working with children and/or police check before commencing placement. |
Nominal Duration | 12 months incl. vocational placement (course length may be adjusted depending upon student progression/needs) |
Attendance | 2 - 3 days per week at our International Campus located in Spring Hill, Brisbane, QLD |
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 100 hours vocational placement required at a relevant workplace. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. |
VET Student Loans | An income contingent loan that you pay back when you earn over the threshold which is assessed each financial year |
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Payment Plan | Payment Plans starting from $120.48 per week |
Full Fee | $11,988 |
Lower Fees Local Skills learn more... |
Concession Fees $412.80*. Non-Concession Fees $1,393.20* |
VET Student Loans learn more... |
An income contingent loan that you pay back when you earn over the threshold which is assessed each financial year |
Payment Plan | Payment Plans starting from $8.04 per week for Lower Fees Local Skills eligible participants |
Full Fee | $11,130 |
VET Student Loans | An income contingent loan that you pay back when you earn over the threshold which is assessed each financial year |
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Payment Plan | Payment Plans starting from $120.48 per week |
Full Fee | $11,988 |
Tuition Fee | $13,500 |
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Materials Fee | $200 |
Enrolment Fee | $250 non-refundable |
CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
CHCEDU009 | Provide parenting, health and well being education |
CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues |
CHCCCS009 | Facilitate responsible behaviour |
CHCCSM005 | Develop facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
CHCAOD001 | Work in an alcohol and other drugs context |
CHCSOH001 | Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness |
CHCMGT005 | Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve on own professional practice |
CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
CHCCOM003 | Develop workplace communication strategies |
CHCDFV001 | Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence |
CHCDEV002 | Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services |
CHCCCS007 | Develop and implement service programs |
CHCDIV003 | Manage and promote diversity |
HLTWHS004 | Manage work health and safety |
Start Date: 06/06/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JUNE 6 (Mon/Tue) Loganholme UOS 3.1 |
Start Date: 11/07/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JULY 11 (Mon/Tue) Loganholme UOS 3.2 |
Start Date: 11/07/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS 2022 JULY 11 (Mon - Wed) SPRING HILL UOS 1.1 |
Start Date: 13/07/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS 2022 JULY 13 (Wed-Fri) SPRING HILL UOS 1.1 |
Start Date: 01/08/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 AUGUST 1 (Mon/Tue) Loganholme UOS 3.3 |
Start Date: 30/05/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 MAY 30 (Mon/Tue) Armadale UOS 2.2 |
Start Date: 01/06/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JUNE 1 (Wed/Thu) Rockingham UOS 2.2 |
Start Date: 20/06/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JUNE 20 (Mon/Tue) Armadale UOS 2.3 |
Start Date: 22/06/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JUNE 22 (Wed/Thu) Rockingham UOS 2.3 |
Start Date: 25/07/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JULY 25 (Mon/Tue) Armadale UOS 2.4 |
Start Date: 27/07/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JULY 27 (Wed/Thu) Rockingham UOS 2.4 |
Start Date: 15/08/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 AUGUST 15 (Mon/Tue) Armadale UOS 2.5 |
Start Date: 17/08/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 AUGUST 17 (Wed/Thu) Rockingham UOS 2.5 |
Start Date: 30/05/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 May 30 (ONLINE) |
Start Date: 06/06/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jun 06 (ONLINE) |
Start Date: 13/06/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jun 13 (ONLINE) |
Start Date: 20/06/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jun 20 (ONLINE) |
Start Date: 27/06/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jun 27 (ONLINE) |
Start Date: 04/07/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jul 04 (ONLINE) |
Start Date: 11/07/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS 2022 JULY 11 (Mon - Wed) SPRING HILL UOS 1.1 Send email |
Start Date: 13/07/2022
COLLEGE - DIP CS 2022 JULY 13 (Wed-Fri) SPRING HILL UOS 1.1 Send email |
Start Date | Details | Enrol |
06/06/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JUNE 6 (Mon/Tue) Loganholme UOS 3.1 | |
11/07/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JULY 11 (Mon/Tue) Loganholme UOS 3.2 | |
11/07/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS 2022 JULY 11 (Mon - Wed) SPRING HILL UOS 1.1 | |
13/07/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS 2022 JULY 13 (Wed-Fri) SPRING HILL UOS 1.1 | |
01/08/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 AUGUST 1 (Mon/Tue) Loganholme UOS 3.3 |
Start Date | Details | Enrol |
30/05/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 MAY 30 (Mon/Tue) Armadale UOS 2.2 | |
01/06/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JUNE 1 (Wed/Thu) Rockingham UOS 2.2 | |
20/06/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JUNE 20 (Mon/Tue) Armadale UOS 2.3 | |
22/06/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JUNE 22 (Wed/Thu) Rockingham UOS 2.3 | |
25/07/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JULY 25 (Mon/Tue) Armadale UOS 2.4 | |
27/07/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 JULY 27 (Wed/Thu) Rockingham UOS 2.4 | |
15/08/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 AUGUST 15 (Mon/Tue) Armadale UOS 2.5 | |
17/08/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 AUGUST 17 (Wed/Thu) Rockingham UOS 2.5 |
Start Date | Details | Enrol |
30/05/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 May 30 (ONLINE) | |
06/06/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jun 06 (ONLINE) | |
13/06/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jun 13 (ONLINE) | |
20/06/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jun 20 (ONLINE) | |
27/06/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jun 27 (ONLINE) | |
04/07/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS - 2022 Jul 04 (ONLINE) |
Start Date | Details | Enrol |
11/07/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS 2022 JULY 11 (Mon - Wed) SPRING HILL UOS 1.1 | Send email |
13/07/2022 | COLLEGE - DIP CS 2022 JULY 13 (Wed-Fri) SPRING HILL UOS 1.1 | Send email |