About the course
About the course
Our community services course is ideal for anyone looking to commence a rewarding career in community services. Offering a broad introduction to the community services sector, completing our course will enable you to develop the knowledge and skills to work with individuals, families, social groups or larger communities to support activities, information and referral for people in need of assistance in our communities.
Currently, we are noticing an increase in employment opportunities in the community services sector as the community responds to supporting individuals through the changes bought about during the COVID-19 pandemic. Community organisations are under resourced. This has resulted in recruitment drives and government funding allocations to organisations that support people with issues such as family issues, homelessness and family violence.
As a qualified community services worker you’ll be ready to work in a range of service delivery roles including direct client work, community education or community development projects. You’ll understand how to provide support to people in need of assistance and how to link clients to appropriate services and government departments.
You'll study subjects covering:
- family violence prevention and intervention
- drug and alcohol rehabilitation
- legal and ethical compliance
- diversity and communication
- dual diagnosis
- loss and grief
- homelessness
- visiting client residences
- supporting people with fundamental financial literacy
Course Details
- Intake Dates & Course Length
- Career Outcomes
- Entry Requirements
- Pathways & Accreditation
- Fees & Finance Options
- Course Structure
Last updated:
Mon, 29 Apr 2024 04:00:28 GMT
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Intake Dates & Course Length
Full time: 1 year
The majority of your classes will be conducted remotely, with a teacher, via MS Teams. Some on campus classes may be timetabled as well.
As a prospective student it is important for you to know that when you enrol in this blended delivery course you will:
- speak to your teacher prior to commencing the course (we want to get to know you and help you set yourself up correctly at home so that participation in our classes is seamless)
- meet your classmates regularly through both online and in the classroom
- have the opportunity to engage in interactive and lively discussion
- acquire new skills that are completely relevant to the changes currently being experienced in the community services sector
- receive all the support that a student on campus would receive (eg: access to our library team, guest speakers, learning support, student counsellors and technical support)
| Location | Study Mode | Study Load | Start Date | ||
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| Start Date : 15 Jul 2024 | |||||
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Blended
Full Time
Career Outcomes
- Community Services Worker
- Early Intervention Worker
- Group Facilitator
- Youth Worker
- Case Worker
Entry Requirements
You must
- be at least 18 years of age
- have a Working with Children Check and Police Record Check for future employment in this field
- have a COVID19 vaccination certificate (or medical exemption) to attend on campus and for industry work placement
An NDIS Worker Screening Check may be required to work with NDIS participants.
PRE-TRAINING REVIEW - to assist prospective students to determine whether a course is suitable and appropriate for the individual needs, Box Hill Institute will assess all students’ language, literacy and numeracy and digital literacy by asking you to undertake a self-assessment review prior to the enrolment. A course advisor will discuss the outcomes of the review and make recommendations about whether the course is suitable for you, and identify additional support where required.
Pathways & Accreditation
After successful completion you can apply for the Diploma of Community Services.
This course is government accredited and has national recognition
The qualification is aligned with the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) level 4
Fees & Finance Options
This training is provided with funds made available by the Commonwealth and Victorian Governments.
| Free TAFE | Government Subsidised Concession | Government Subsidised Standard | Full Fee | |
| Tuition Fee | $0 | $677 | $3,383 | $9,353 |
| Service & Amenity Fee | $268 | $268 | $268 | $268 |
| Material Fee | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 |
| Retain Course Items | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Course Estimate | $493 | $1,170 | $3,876 | $9,846 |
| Payable Estimate (at commencement) | $493 | $1,170 | $3,876 | $9,846 |
Service & Amenity Fee may vary depending on course commencement and enrolment duration. Retain Course Items are purchased once by the student prior to commencing. Those items then become the property of the student. Fees listed are at 2024 rates and may increase annually over the duration of delivery. The student tuition fees listed are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. For more information please contact our Course Advisors on 1300 BOX HILL.
Course Structure
You will need to undertake 15 units of competency across 12 months. There are no placement requirements for this course.
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