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The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services prepares you for coordinator and support roles across the community services sector. Blended delivery, 160 hours of organised placement.

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CHC52015National Code
12 MonthsCourse Duration
160 hrsWork Placement
BlendedDelivery
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Everything That Comes With This Course

Work Placement Organised by MCIE

The MCIE Work Placement Coordinator will organise your 160-hour placement with one of their host employers, so students do not need to find their own placement.

Blended Learning Delivery

The program is delivered through a blend of face-to-face classes on MCIE campus and online learning for a total of 20 hours per week, offering flexibility alongside structured classroom time.

Nationally Recognised Training

This course leads to an Australian Qualification that complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), or a Statement of Attainment.

Canvas LMS Access

Most assessments are delivered online via the Canvas LMS. Students can communicate with trainers via email, the student portal and the learning management system.

Microsoft Office Access Provided

MCIE provides access to Microsoft Office for all students. Students are recommended to have access to a laptop or tablet to submit assessments.

Support for Students with Disabilities

MCIE welcomes all people with disabilities, learning differences and medical conditions, with reasonable adjustments made where applicable.

160 Hours Of Work Placement

Students must complete 160 mandatory placement hours. The MCIE Work Placement Coordinator will organise placement with one of their host employers. Candidates may be required to provide a National Police Check, Working with Children Check, and flu/COVID-19 vaccinations depending on host employer policies.

Where This Can Take You

The Roles This Qualification Opens

Roles this nationally recognised qualification can lead to. Entry requirements vary by employer, and no specific job outcome is guaranteed.

2.4M+Employed in this field (AU)
25%Projected 10-year job growth (JSA)
$61,200Median income in the first year after training (NCVER, 2025)
Care Team LeaderFamily Services Worker and CoordinatorSupport Facilitator (Community Services)Assistant Community WorkerCommunity Services and Community Work CoordinatorCommunity Access CoordinatorWelfare Support WorkerCommunity Program Coordinator

Indicative market figures from publicly available Australia data (ABS · Jobs and Skills Australia). No specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed.

What You'll Learn

The 17 Units Behind The Qualification

Every unit is nationally recognised and sits on your transcript individually, which matters for credit and recognition later.

17Total Units
15Core Units
2Electives
160Placement Hours

Core Units

HLTWHS001Participate in workplace health and safety
CHCECE031Support children's physical health, safety and wellbeing
CHCPRT001Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
HLTAID012Provide First Aid in an education and care setting
CHCECE035Support the holistic learning and development of children
CHCECE033Develop positive and respectful relationships with children
CHCECE032Nurture babies and toddlers
CHCECE038Observe children to inform practice
CHCECE034Use an approved learning framework to guide practice

 

CHCECE036Provide experiences to support children's play and learning
CHCECE037Support children to connect with the natural environment
CHCECE030Support inclusion and diversity
CHCECE054Encourage understanding of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples cultures
CHCCECO56Work effectively in children's education and care
CHCECE055Meet legal and ethical obligations in children's education and care

Elective Units

CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
BSBPEF301Organise personal work priorities and development
Before You Enquire

Eligibility And The First Steps

Before You Apply

18 or over at enrolment
Overseas students only (CRICOS registered course). Students must hold a valid Australian student visa.
Meet language, literacy and numeracy standards for this level
IELTS band score of 5.5 or equivalent internationally recognised exam result in line with DHA regulations
Satisfactory completion of an ELICOS program at Upper-intermediate level from Explore English or other NEAS endorsed English language centre
Certificate of completion equivalent to or higher than Australian Year 11 from an English-speaking country
Completion of MCIE's English Placement Test with an overall score equivalent to IELTS 5.5 or above

How It Starts

01
Submit an enquiry or application
02
Complete Pre-Training Review
03
Demonstrate English Language proficiency
04
Meet LLN skill standards
05
Obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
The Money Part

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Includes materials and enrolment fee of $250. Enrolment fees include additional resources required for the program and student ID charges. Estimated total course cost including tuition ($20,000) and non-tuition fees ($2,000). For additional service fees such as re-assessment fees or RPL, refer to the Overseas Student Handbook. RPL application fees are $145 per hour.

Exact fees, plans and any funding eligibility are confirmed by the provider when you enquire. No payment is made through Get Course.

Before You Ask

Questions People Ask First

What are the entry requirements for this course?

This course is designed for overseas students studying in Australia. Specific English language and academic entry requirements may apply. Submit an enquiry to confirm the current entry criteria before applying.

How long does the course take to complete?

The course runs for 12 months, which includes 12 holiday weeks. Classes are delivered at 20 hours per week through a blend of on-campus and online learning.

How is the course delivered?

The program uses a blended delivery model, face-to-face classes at the Melbourne City Institute of Education campus combined with online learning. It is not fully online and is not self-paced. Most assessments are submitted through the Canvas LMS.

How does work placement work?

The course includes 160 hours of supervised work placement. The placement coordinator at Melbourne City Institute of Education arranges a host employer on the student's behalf, students do not need to find their own placement.

How much does the course cost?

Pricing for this course varies. Submit an enquiry to get up-to-date fee information for overseas students.

Is this qualification recognised across Australia?

Yes. The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services is a nationally recognised qualification that complies with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). It is delivered by Melbourne City Institute of Education (RTO 22172).

About This Course

What This Course Is Really About

This diploma covers the skills needed to work across a broad range of community services settings. Students learn case management, community development, legal and ethical practice, and how to support individuals with complex needs. The course spans 12 months, including 12 holiday weeks.

Delivered by Melbourne City Institute of Education, the program combines face-to-face classes on campus with online learning, 20 hours per week in total. Most assessments are submitted through the Canvas LMS, and Microsoft Office access is provided to all students.

The course suits internationally enrolled students looking to build practical, work-ready skills in Australia. A 160-hour work placement is included, and the placement coordinator arranges the host employer, students do not need to source their own placement.

The College Behind It

Delivered By A Registered Training Organisation

MC
Melbourne City Institute of Education
RTO 22172
In-house career services: job search, resume and interview preparation
Earn & Learn, the college's own recruitment service
Committed ongoing support to participants whilst training; post placement support available.
Nationally Recognised TrainingITECALes Toques BlanchesAustralian Culinary FederationCPA Australia
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