CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
CRICOS Course Code: 114841M
CRICOS Course Code: 114841M
Location | L10 601 Bourke Street Melbourne VIC 3000
212A Liverpool Street, Hobart TAS 7000 |
Delivery mode | This program is delivered in the classroom and through structured self-study, as well as through a work placement |
Duration | 104 weeks, including 88 study weeks and 16 weeks of holidays. |
Study load | 20 hours a week in the classroom and 4 hours of structured self-study 200 hours of work placement |
Fees and Payment
Intake Dates |
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This qualification reflects the roles of community services, case management and social housing workers involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities
At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management. Workers are usually providing direct support to individuals or groups of individuals. Workers may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers and/or case management, program coordination or the development of new business opportunities.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 100 hours of work placement as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of the units of competency.
The latest release of the qualification and packaging rules can be found at the following link:
Details: CHC52021
This course is targeted at international students who are:
Completing this course may provide you with employment or learning opportunities. Potential employment options are in community services management roles. Further education pathways may include the CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management or higher education qualification in community services.
You are required to bring your own laptop with Office 365 (or similar program) to all classes.
The following units are included in this course and all are required for the award of the qualification. Students who only complete some units will be awarded with a Statement of Attainment for units successfully completed.
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Unit code | Unit title |
Core | |
CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
CHCCCS007 | Develop and implement service program |
CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis solutions |
CHCCSM013 | Facilitate and review case management |
CHCDEV005 | Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services |
CHCDFV001 | Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
CHCMGT005 | Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
Elective | |
CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support |
CHCDIS017 | Facilitate community participation and social inclusion |
CHCDIS019 | Provide person-centred services to people with disability with complex needs |
CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues |
CHCCOM003 | Develop workplace communication strategies |
CHCDIV003 | Manage and promote diversity |
CHCCCS044 | Follow established person-centred behaviour supports |
HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
Australian Sovereign College has the following entry requirements:
You must:
Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. You are required to provide your results so that we can confirm they are equivalent to IELTS 5.5.
This course is delivered face-to-face in a classroom-based setting, as well as through structured self-study and workplace-based training.
The timetable for this course will be provided to you on orientation, this is subject to change
Class sessions include a mix of theory and practical activities with a focus on creating a real-life workplace.
For the self-study, you will be provided with a self-study guide which includes activities which you must complete and hand into your trainer and assessor each week.
In addition to classroom based learning and structured self-study, you will also need to complete approximately 5 hours of additional, unsupervised study per week including general reading and research for assessments.
The work placement component is a total of 100 hours which should be completed within the course duration. The work placement must be completed only with an approved provider. We may assist you to find a work placement or you can find your own. Your work placement will be discussed in detail with you once you start your course.
Please note that you will also need to complete a police check before going on placement and this will be at your own cost. Immunisations may also be required which will be checked with the work placement provider
You will also need to complete assessments for this course which may include:
At the beginning of each unit, your trainer and assessor will outline the assessment tasks that must be completed.
Your classes will be conducted in modern classrooms and you will be able to access Wi-Fi. There are also areas for you to relax, as well as conduct additional study.
You will be provided with a Student Guide relevant to each unit in your course. Textbooks are also available onsite for you to use and borrow if you wish.
You can apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our International Student Handbook, which is available at www.ausc.edu.au
If you are granted course credit, this will affect your course fees as well as the duration of your course. We will advise you in writing of changes to fees or course duration as a result of the credit. You will also be issued with a new Confirmation of Enrolment.
For any questions about course credit, contact us at info@ausc.edu.au
CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services (Statutory and Forensic Child, Youth and Family Welfare). This qualification reflects the roles of community services, case management and social housing workers involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management. Workers are usually providing direct support to individuals or groups of individuals. Workers may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers and/or case management, program coordination or the development of new business opportunities.
Course Provider: Organization
Course Provider Name: Australian Sovereign College - AuSC
Course Provider URL: https://ausc.edu.au/course/chc52015/