Course Code: CHC52015Diploma of Community Services
A career in Community Services is a very rewarding one, allowing you to enrich the lives of others and use your compassion and skills to help them build a better life for themselves. Community Services is one of the fastest growing sectors in Australia. In this course, you will learn to develop your skills and knowledge in managing, coordinating and/or delivering person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities. Consider a Diploma of Community Services for a fulfilling career allowing you to make a difference in people’s lives.
- Studying Online
- Payment Option
- Nationally Recognised
- Student Assistance Program
- Funding Available
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Learning Method
Blended / Classroom / Online / RPL / Workplace -
Duration
12 months. -
RTO's
This course is delivered by one of the following Kirana Colleges Registered Training Organisations; Access Training Institute Pty Ltd RTO ID 91498, Collaboration Learning Pty Ltd RTO ID 52247, Insight Training Group Australia RTO ID 32142 and Learning Lab Pty LTD RTO ID 91341.
Course Requirements
To attain the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services, 16 units must be successfully completed comprising of eight (8) core and eight (8) elective units over three (3) terms.
Electives have been grouped into the following 5 streams and 1 specialisation based on the individual’s learning requirements:
- Generalist stream – Classroom Based
- Alcohol and other drugs stream – Online Only
- Disability stream – Online Only
- Mental health stream – Online Only
- Child and Youth stream – Online Only
-  Case Management Specialisation – Online Only
Qualification Pathway
Credit decisions for university entry are made by individual universities, but many universities offer a credit arrangement.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. It is preferred that the students have obtained a minimum of a School Certificate or equivalent.
Student Selection Process
Kirana Colleges student selection process is designed to ensure that you are enrolled in the qualification that best meets your needs.
Kirana Colleges selection criteria will take into account various factors when deciding upon which students will be offered places in the program including:
- The students’ needs and desired outcomes
- The ability and commitment of the students to complete the course
- Eligibility requirements listed in the applicable National Training Package
- Students existing ability in the ACSF core skills, (learning, reading, writing, oral communication and numeracy)
Students not meeting these requirements will be directed to more suitable qualifications or skill development programs.
After completing this course you can pursue a career as a:
- Case Coordinator
- Case Worker or Manager
- Alcohol and other Drug Worker
- Client Service Assessor
- Community Services Worker
- Community Worker, Coordinator
- Coordinator Family Services
- Early Intervention Worker
- Group Facilitator, Coordinator
- Pastoral Care Counsellor
- Pastoral Care Manager
- Program Coordinator or Manager
- Senior Youth Office, Chaplain
- Social Welfare Worker
- Support Facilitator
- Welfare Worker
- Family Support Worker
Core
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS007 | Develop and implement service programs |
| CHCCOM003 | Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCDEV002 | Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services |
| CHCDIV003 | Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
| CHCMGT005 | Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| HLTWHS004 | Manage work health and safety |
Compulsory Electives
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| CHCCSM005 | Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
| CHCCDE003 | Work within a community development framework |
| CHCMHS011 | Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing |
Generalist Stream - Classroom Based
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| CHCDIS008 | Facilitate community participation and social inclusion |
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
| CHCADV002 | Provide advocacy and representation services |
| CHCCSL001 | Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
Alcohol And Other Drugs Stream - Online Only
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| CHCAOD004 | Assess needs of client with alcohol and other drugs issues |
| CHCAOD009 | Develop and review individual alcohol and other drugs treatment plans |
| CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCMHS005 | Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drug issues |
Mental Health Stream - Online Only
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCMHS004 | Work collaboratively with the care network and other services |
| CHCMHS005 | Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drug issues |
| CHCMHS002 | Establish a self-directed recovery relationship |
Child And Youth Stream - Online Only
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
| CHCCSL001 | Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| CHCPRT003 | Work collaboratively to maintain an environment safe for children and young people |
Disability Stream - Online Only
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| CHCDIS005 | Develop and provide person-centred service responses |
| CHCDIS007 | Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability |
| CHCDIS008 | Facilitate community participation and social inclusion |
| CHCDIS010 | Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs |
Case Management Specialisation – Online Only
| Unit Code | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
| CHCCSM004 | Coordinate complex case requirements |
| CHCCSM006 | Provide case management supervision |
| CHCADV002 | Provide advocacy and representation services |
Work Placement
To be assessed as competent in this qualification, students are required to complete 100-120 hours of supervised work placement with an approved community services work place. The exact number of hours required is determined by the stream or specialisation chosen. Evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the student’s ability to work at this level.
ACT Skilled Capital – for students residing in ACT
This qualification can be funded to eligible students through ACT Skilled Capital, a subsidised training program offered by the ACT Government. Skilled Capital funding is available through Kirana Colleges Registered Training Organisations Collaboration Learning Pty Ltd RTO ID 52247. Skilled Capital is an ACT Government training initiative, funded by the ACT and Australian Governments.
| ACT Skilled Capital Funding Eligibility |
Queensland Higher Level Skills – for students residing in Queensland
Funding for this qualification may be available through Higher Level Skills, a subsidised training program offered by the QLD Government. Higher Level Skills funding for this qualification is available to eligible students through Kirana Colleges Registered Training Organisation: Collaboration Learning Pty Ltd RTO ID 52247.
| Queensland Higher Level Skills Funding Eligibility |
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