Take the next step in your career in the community services sector with this advanced qualification. This course will give you the high-level skills needed for a role with a community organisation.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working in community and welfare support is expected to grow strongly in the coming years. This large occupation has strong job prospects with around 30,000 job openings anticipated over the next five years.
This course gives you high-level communication skills, and the ability to develop strategies to work with at-risk groups within the community. You will also gain valuable research skills and be taught how to work within legal and ethical frameworks. Our highly-experienced teaching staff will give you one-on-one guidance and the industry knowledge you need to succeed in the community sector.
Successful completion of this course will give you the confidence and skills to seek employment as a case manager or community services worker. It will also give you the knowledge required to pursue further study.
Units
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 8 elective units.
North and Far North Queensland
You will also be required to undertake 100 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
Greater Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast, Darling Downs and South West
You will also be required to undertake 200 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
Outcome
CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
Job Prospects
Social Housing Coordinator
Community Services Worker
Welfare Worker
Case Manager
Family Support Worker
University Pathways
If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.