CHC52015
Diploma of Community Services
Course Overview
The Diploma of Community Services reflects the roles of community services, case management and social housing workers involved in managing, coordinating and/or delivering person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities.
You will develop the skills to work with a wide range of clients including children and young people, families, older people and clients from culturally diverse backgrounds, and will assist them through a range of social and personal issues including family support, homelessness, domestic violence and drug and alcohol issues.
Type
Domestic
Delivery
Face-to-Face, RPL & Distance Learning
Duration
12 months
Course Breakdown
Core Units
CHCCCS007
Develop and implement services 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
Elective Units
CHCCSM004
Coordinate complex case requirements
CHCCCS004
Assess co-existing needs
CHCAOD004
Assess needs of client with alcohol and other drugs issues
CHCCSM006
Provide case management supervision
CHCCSM007
Undertake case management in a child protection framework
CHCCCS019
Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCCSM005
Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
HLTAID011
Provide First Aid – Must complete practicals
Career Outcomes
- Community Care Manager
- Community Worker
- Family Services Coordinator
- Family Support Worker
- Welfare Support Worker
- Youth Worker
- Disability Team Leader
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. However, it is expected that students will have appropriate language, literacy and numeracy skills to complete the training and assessment requirements.
Recognition of Prior Learning
You can apply for RPL if you have the knowledge and skills gained through work, formal study, volunteering, informal or formal training, social activities or general life experiences. If you feel that you may qualify for RPL, please contact our office for further information about the process to demonstrate your experience and knowledge.
Course Fees
Investment
- Course Fee
- $6,440.00
(this includes $400.00 non-refundable enrolment fee)
- Recognition of Prior Learning
- $3,000.00
Students are responsible for the purchase of textbook/s relevant to this qualification. Payment plans are available.
Inclusions:
- Course learning and assessment material (excluding textbook/s)
- Coffee and tea
- Certification upon successful completion
Payment Plans
Alana Kaye believes that everyone should have access to quality education, which is why we have a range of payment options to choose from.
Up-front Payment
A payment of $1,400 is required prior to commencement of your course. This includes the non-refundable enrolment fee of $400 paid on enrolment. The remainder of the course fees can be paid on commencement or a payment arrangement can be negotiated by completing a Payment Plan Agreement.
We accept payments via VISA, MasterCard or bank deposit. The Qualification will not be awarded until all payments are received.
Resources Required
Students are required to have access to a computer (or use Alana Kaye’s computer lab) to complete assessment tasks. Alana Kaye are conscious of the environment and where possible, provide resources and assessments in an electronic format. If possible, please bring a laptop to workshops.
Distance learning students must have access to a computer, internet and Skype.