CHC52021 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 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 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.

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Start Date
Start anytime.
Duration
Study for a minimum of 15 hours per week to complete modules in 24 months.
Delivery
100% online with 240 hours of work placement, which will be completed in addition to your weekly study blocks.

Course Overview

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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.

Course Modules

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Career Outcomes

  • Case Coordinator 
  • Case Management Supervisor 
  • Case Worker or Case Manager 
  • Community Care Worker 
  • Assistant Community Services Worker 
  • Manager Community Services
  • Program Coordinator 
  • Team Leader

What You’ll Get

  • No exams, ever. Instead, assessments range from open books, multiple choice quizzes, portfolios, videos and written assessments.
  • Study anywhere and anytime you want with 24/7 course access.
  • Courses are curated to maintain engagement across video, written content, assignments & audio.
  • This course is a nationally recognised Australian qualification.

Institute

Open Colleges (OC) | RTO #90796

Integrated Care and Management Training (ICMT) | RTO #90197

Payment Options

  • Pay upfront and receive big savings on your enrolment.
  • Pay as you go and then get started today and pay off while you study.
  • Unlock our exclusive monthly promotion for this course and study for less. Enquire now!

Work Placement

The course contains a minimum of 240 hours of work placement. If you'd like to learn more about the work placement component of this course, please enquire now.

Course Entry Requirements

This course does not require specific formal education qualifications. However, you must be a minimum of 18 years old to enrol. Please note that this course is not open to student visa holders. For personalised assistance and more information, please enquire now.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

The course provider values the diverse skills and expertise you may have gained from various sources. These experiences can be acknowledged through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. For a more comprehensive understanding of the RPL procedure or to discuss your RPL options, please enquire now.

About The Course

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.

A key component of this diploma is the practical experience gained through a work placement. This hands-on approach ensures that you're not just learning theoretically but also applying your knowledge in real-world settings. The work placement is an invaluable part of your learning journey, offering insights into the day-to-day operations of community services and enhancing your employability.

Upon completing this course, you will be equipped with the critical skills, knowledge and confidence to level up in your current career as a community support worker and pursue leadership roles, such as case coordinator, team leader, case management supervisor, or case manager. If you’re new in the field, this diploma course will also help you become a qualified community care worker or assistant community services worker.

Testimonials

“Very good and I have managed to spend two years working as a Support Worker in Brisbane and now a new job as a residential worker with Emerge Aotearoa in New Zealand. Always helpful and happy to answer questions." - Sharon

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