Diploma of Community Services CHC52021

This course includes 200 hours of work placement.

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have completed their education to a level that is equivalent to an Australian Senior High School Year 12 or have completed an AQF Certificate IV in Community Services.
• Have suitable language, literacy and numeracy skills to read and comprehend learning materials and perform tasks related to recording workplace documents, including reading and writing detailed reports, case notes, reports and other documents, interpreting workplace policy and procedure and reporting hazards. Learners are required to pass an online LLN assessment test 
• Be capable of completing 100 hours of work placement in a suitable health facility.
• Have sound computer skills to navigate simple software to complete the online component of this course and must be able to use intermediate-level Word features in order to produce and present word-processed documents/ reports.
• Have access to a laptop and internet to complete this online course.
• Have a valid Working with Children Check (or be prepared to obtain this before work placement)
• Have a valid Police Check (or be prepared to obtain this prior to work placement)
• Have the required immunisations, including COVID-19 vaccination, as required to attend the placement facility. Please note, additional immunisations may be required given Government or placement facility’s health policy changes.
• These entry requirements will be confirmed through information collected on the enrolment form and during the enrolment interview.

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.

Must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or International Student living in Australia.