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Nationally Recognised Australian Qualification
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Upfront payment or flexible interest-free weekly payment plan from $74 per week. There is no government funding available for this course.
When you enrol in this course you’ll also unlock an exclusive bonus—premium access to a specialised recruitment service designed to connect you with top job opportunities and help you get employed as soon as you complete your course. This unique offering is only available through this course provider, giving you an unmatched advantage in starting your dream career right after completing your studies.
You will build advanced sector-aligned skills that support progression into senior management roles within a growing community services workforce where strong leadership, accountability and service quality are essential. Career pathways include:
Nationally Recognised Australian Qualification
Upon successful completion, learners will receive a statement of attainment recognising the units of competency completed. These units can be used to credit transfer to create a pathway into further education, such as a Certificate IV or Diploma in Youth Work or a related field.
When you enrol in this course, you’ll also unlock an exclusive bonus, premium access to a specialised recruitment service designed to connect you with top job opportunities and help you find employment. This unique offering is only available through this course provider, giving you an unmatched advantage in starting your dream career after completing your studies.
This course is eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). RPL considers the knowledge and skills you have gained through your previous education and work history, attributing this to your enrolled qualification course. This may be through formal or informal training and can result in credits towards your qualification. For more information submit an enquiry to speak with a course advisor.
To ensure that learners can fully participate in the course and meet all requirements, the following entry conditions apply:
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Get Promoted. Become a Qualified Community Services Manager or Community Sector Leader in Australia
Are you already working in community services, support work, mental health or disability services and ready to step into a more senior leadership role? Or do you currently manage a team or services in a community-based role and are looking to formalise your leadership capability with a nationally recognised qualification?
This qualification is designed for you to take your career to the next level.
The Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management (CHC62015) is a nationally recognised qualification designed for current and aspiring leaders in the community sector. Delivered flexibly online over 12 months, it builds leadership confidence and strengthens your ability to manage programs, teams, and services effectively. Through applied learning activities, workplace-based tasks, and realistic service scenarios, you’ll develop practical skills to oversee complex environments and support organisational growth.
This advanced diploma also includes 80 hours of work placement for hands-on experience in the industry, so you’ll be job-ready when you graduate.
This advanced diploma course consists of 8 core units and 5 electives, where you’ll cover:
Strategic Leadership & Organisational Direction - Develop advanced leadership practices to guide teams, drive service outcomes, and respond effectively to diverse community needs.
Program & Service Management - Learn how to coordinate and manage community programs, oversee service delivery, and ensure measurable, meaningful outcomes.
Governance, Legal & Ethical Compliance - Strengthen your understanding of regulatory requirements, ethical obligations, and governance frameworks that support accountable service delivery.
Financial & Risk Management - Build skills in organisational finance oversight, risk management, innovation, and continuous improvement processes.
Quality, Safety & Workforce Leadership - Implement quality frameworks, manage organisational change, support staff wellbeing, and lead teams through complex operational environments.
Upon completion of this course, you will have the skills, confidence, and qualifications to progress into leadership roles such as community services manager, program manager, service manager, operations manager, quality and compliance manager, senior program coordinator, or organisational development manager.
Ready to lead community services with greater confidence and capability? Enquire now and take the next step toward advancing your leadership career in the sector.
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“My sincere appreciation to my Assessor (Viki Hannah) for her time, guidance and encouragement throughout my first role play for the Certificate IV in Community Services course. From organising the role play, through to the live process on the day with my peer, I felt supported and am grateful for Viki's expertise in the industry.” - Angelita
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