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Diploma of Community Services

Passionate about Helping Your Community? Become a Qualified Community Services Manager

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in your community? Do you envision a career where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact lives? Are you ready to take your passion for helping…

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Diploma of Community Services

Passionate about Helping Your Community? Become a Qualified Community Services Manager

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in your community? Do you envision a career where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact lives? Are you ready to take your passion for helping…

100% Online
24 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
14
Units
Flexible
Start Date
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

Nationally Recognised Australian Qualification.

100% Online With 240 Hours Of Work Placement.

Study Anywhere And Anytime You Want With 24/7 Course Access.

Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Case CoordinatorArea these skills support
Case Management SupervisorArea these skills support
Case Worker or Case ManagerArea these skills support
Community Care WorkerArea these skills support
Assistant Community Services WorkerArea these skills support
Manager Community ServicesArea these skills support
Program CoordinatorArea these skills support
Team LeaderArea these skills support

Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

14 Units

Work Placement Preparation · 6 units
  • CHCCCS007Develop and Implement Service Programs
  • CHCDEV004Confirm Developmental Status
  • CHCCSM014Provide Case Management Supervision
  • CHCCSM013Facilitate and Review Case Management
  • CHCCCS019Recognise and Respond to Crisis Situations
  • CHCDFV001Recognise and Respond Appropriately to Domestic and Family Violence
Work Placement Approval Module · 4 units
  • CHCPRT025Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk
  • CHCMGT005Facilitate Workplace Debriefing and Support Processes
  • CHCPRP003Reflect on and Improve Own Professional Practice
  • HLTAID011Provide First Aid*
*Credit Transfer · 4 units
  • Topic 1Respond to an emergency situation
  • Topic 2Apply appropriate first aid procedures ·
  • Topic 3Communicate details of the incident
  • Topic 4Review the incident
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Your Provider

Open Colleges

Open Colleges is the training provider behind this course.

Why Students Choose Us

Recognised Training, Real Support

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

This qualification can prepare you for a range of roles in this industry. Entry requirements vary by employer, and some positions may require additional qualifications or supervised experience. Enquire for full details about career pathways.
This course is designed to be completed in approximately 24 months. Study timeframes may vary depending on your pace and prior experience.
Yes. This course is available online + placement. You can study from anywhere in Australia.
Yes. This is a nationally recognised qualification on the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF), delivered by a registered training organisation.
Pricing varies depending on payment method and any available discounts. Enquire for current pricing and payment options.
Entry requirements vary by provider. Common requirements include being at least 18 years of age and an Australian citizen or permanent resident. Enquire for the full entry requirements for this course.
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About This Course

Diploma of Community Services

Lead with Compassion: Your Pathway to a Rewarding Community Services Career

Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in your community? Do you envision a career where every day presents an opportunity to positively impact lives? Are you ready to take your passion for helping others to a professional level and lead your own team of volunteers and community workers in the future? Then, the CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services, available through our online courses, is the course that will equip you with the necessary skills and hands-on experience to spearhead effective and valuable community service and approaches for your community. Engage in community services courses online to turn your passion into a meaningful career.

This comprehensive diploma program covers a wide range of essential units, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to excel in community service roles. You'll delve into the complexities of case management, learning how to manage, coordinate, and deliver person-centred services to individuals, groups, and communities. The course also includes units on developing and implementing service programs, promoting social, emotional, and physical well-being, working legally and ethically in a community services setting, and engaging respectfully with diverse people. These units are designed to provide a holistic understanding of the community services sector, preparing you for various challenges and opportunities in the field.

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Last updated: July 2026