CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
Serve local communities and support people.
CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
Serve local communities and support people.
Community workers advocate for the rights and well-being of individuals and communities.
There’s an increasing need for people to work in community roles to develop and implement services for both individuals and groups. The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services equips students with the essential skills to make a difference in social support, housing and a variety of other community-based areas.
In the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services course, you will learn skills to be able to advise, support and help various groups and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds and circumstances. It is crucial for you to know how to assess clients’ needs and direct them to appropriate services to meet their needs. You will be equipped with the right strategies and skills to assist, nurture and promote someone’s well-being.
This Diploma Community Services qualification requires 100 hours of work placement in an appropriate organisation. TrainSmart Australia will assist you to identify a suitable organisation or you may nominate an organisation of your choice.
This 12-month online course will also gain you access to our Health and Community Services Trainers for dedicated team support throughout your studies. All our Allied Health trainers are highly experienced and offer students specialist knowledge and insight from their respective fields.
To find out more about the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services course at TrainSmart Australia, download the brochure below.
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Course Overview
Community workers advocate for the rights and well-being of individuals and communities.
There’s an increasing need for people to work in community roles to develop and implement services for both individuals and groups. The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services equips students with the essential skills to make a difference in social support, housing and a variety of other community-based areas.
In the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services course, you will learn skills to be able to advise, support and help various groups and individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds and circumstances. It is crucial for you to know how to assess clients’ needs and direct them to appropriate services to meet their needs. You will be equipped with the right strategies and skills to assist, nurture and promote someone’s well-being.
This Diploma Community Services qualification requires 100 hours of work placement in an appropriate organisation. TrainSmart Australia will assist you to identify a suitable organisation or you may nominate an organisation of your choice.
This 12-month online course will also gain you access to our Health and Community Services Trainers for dedicated team support throughout your studies. All our Allied Health trainers are highly experienced and offer students specialist knowledge and insight from their respective fields.
To find out more about the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services course at TrainSmart Australia, download the brochure below.
Location
Face-To-Face (WA Only) OR
Online
Online
Delivery method
Online OR
Face-to-Face (WA Only)
Face-to-Face (WA Only)
Practical Assessments Required
Practical Assessments Required
Practical Assessment Locations
QLD – Salisbury
NSW – Seven Hills
WA – Perth CBD
VIC – Burwood
SA – St Mary’s
ACT, NT, TAS – via. Video Conference
NSW – Seven Hills
WA – Perth CBD
VIC – Burwood
SA – St Mary’s
ACT, NT, TAS – via. Video Conference
Work Placement
100 Hours
Pre-Requisite(s)
N/A
Course Duration
12 months
Course Cost
$15,750
Course Start Date
Rolling Enrolment
Government Subsidised Costs
Concession Cost
$410.88
Non-Concession Cost
$1,386.72
Available Payment Options & Subsidies
Course Details
If you want to help your community, assist in community services and social support, then this course is perfect for you!
The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services course covers a range of content including; Community Development, Ethical Compliance, Manage Stressors, Promote Diversity, Respond to Crises, Service Programs, Support Processes, Community Work and more.
You will be expected to complete practical assessments. TrainSmart Australia will give you advance notice so you can make the necessary arrangements to ensure you are able to participate assessments – for online or face-to-face students. Assessments are by way of written assignments and have a practical component. You will receive dedicated trainer team support throughout your studies. This community services course requires 100 hours of work placement in an appropriate organisation. TrainSmart Australia assists to identify a suitable organisation or the student may nominate an organisation of their choice.
Learning is online over a 12-month period, to best suit your individual needs and lifestyle.
TrainSmart Australia will assess a student’s ‘academic suitability’ to ensure the student has the best chance of success. This is determined by either:
The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services qualification can lead to opportunities with job titles including;
Payment options & subsidies
The maximum tuition fee for this course is $15,750. Your fee payment options are:
- Upfront payment
- VET Student Loans – Australian government income contingent loan which allows you to study now and pay later.
Find out what your repayments may be by using our VET Student Loans Repayments Calculator
*VET Student Loans are subject to students meeting eligibility requirements. VET Student Loan creates a debt that must be repaid to the Commonwealth.
- Interest Free Payment Plan – No deposit, no interest payment plans.
Find out what your repayments may be using our Payment Plan Repayment Calculator
- Study Loans – Flexible loan with payment options for up to 48 months.
- Jobs and Skills WA (Perth Only) – Western Australian Government Subsidy. Lower Fees, Local Skills subsidy is available for this course.
If you are a permanent resident or an Australian citizen living in Western Australia, the JOBS & SKILLS WA Government subsidised total course fees for the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services are; *
Students aged 15 – 24 OR a concession card – $410.88
Non-concession card – $1,386.72
For detailed information about the Jobs and Skills WA subsidy, please see our attached brochure or visit our Jobs and Skills WA Information Page here.*
For detailed information about the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative, please see our attached brochure or visit our Lower Fees, Local Skills Information Page here.*
Learn more about the Lower Fees, Local Skills Subsidy on the Jobs & Skills WA Website Here.*
*You must meet eligibility criteria to qualify. Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as student services and resource fees. This is a Western Australian government program. Online study method is not available through the Jobs and Skills WA program.
Career Guidance - Expected Salary and BIGGEST Employment Opportunity
Salary
$ 0
Average Entry Level Annual Salary
Jobs
0 %
Employed as Community and Personal Service Workers
Industry
0 %
Employed in the Health Care and Social Assistance industry
All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research. Based on national surveys.
Complimentary Services and Career Guidance
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For more information about the many benefits of learning with us including VET Student Loans, government funded courses in Perth and complimentary career guidance service, simply submit your details online or call now on 1300 855 517
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How long is this course?
Learning is online over a 12-month period, to best suit your individual needs and lifestyle.
Why should I enrol with TrainSmart Australia?
If you want to help your community, assist in community services and social support, then this course is perfect for you!
What will I learn in the CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services?
The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services course covers a range of content including; Community Development, Ethical Compliance, Manage Stressors, Promote Diversity, Respond to Crises, Service Programs, Support Processes, Community Work and more.
What jobs could I get after completing this course?
The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services qualification can lead to opportunities with job titles including;
- Community Development Officer
- Family Support Worker
- Caseworker
- Welfare Worker
- Disability services
