DIPLOMA OF COMMUNITY SERVICES
ABOUT THIS QUALIFICATION
This qualification reflects the role of community services workers involved in the delivery, management and coordination of person-centred services to individuals, groups, and communities.
At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously within their scope of practice under broad directions from senior management.
Workers support people to make change in their lives to improve personal and social wellbeing and may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers. They may also undertake case management and program coordination. To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 200 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice
ASSESSMENT
Assessment methods may include:
- Projects / Research
- Written Assignments
- English Language Requirements
- Presentation/Role play
- Unit Skill test
- CHCCCS004 - Assess co-existing needs
- CHCCCS007 - Develop and implement service programs
- CHCCCS019 - Recognise and respond to crisis situations
- CHCCSM013 - Facilitate and review case management
- CHCDEV005 - Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services
- CHCDFV001 - Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
- CHCDIV001 - Work with diverse people
- CHCDIV002 - Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
- CHCLEG003 - Manage legal and ethical compliance
- CHCMGT005 - Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
- CHCPRP003 - Reflect on and improve own professional practice
- HLTWHS003 - Maintain work health and safety
Elective Units
- CHCMHS001 - Work with people with mental health issues
- CHCMHS011 - Assess and promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
- CHCAOD004 - Assess needs of client with alcohol and other drugs issues
- CHCAOD005 - Provide alcohol and other drug withdrawal services
- CHCAOD008 - Provide advanced interventions to meet the needs of clients with alcohol and other drugs issues
- CHCAOD009 - Develop and review individual alcohol and other drugs treatment plans
- CHCPRP001 - Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
- BSBPEF401 - Manage personal health and wellbeing
Note: Units marked with an *asterisk have one or more prerequisites. Refer to individual units for details.
- Minimum age of 18 years and above
- Satisfactory completion of the equivalent of Australian year 11 or Higher
- Have physical attributes suitable for placement in the community service industry that encompasses manual handling of equipment and clients.
| IELTS (General or Academic) overall | PTE Academic | TOEFL PB | TOEFL IBT | CAE Scale | ELICOS( General English) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6.0 | 50-58 | 547-587 | 78-82 | 169-175 | N/A |
| 5.5 | 46 | 506 | 62 | 162 | + 15 weeks |
| 5.0 | 38 | 478 | 51 | 154 | + 30 weeks |
Note: Results older than two years are not acceptable (for offshore applicants) . OR
- Evidence that they have studied in English for at least five years in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Republic of Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom or United States OR
- Evidence that, within two years of their application date, they have successfully completed in Australia a foundation course or a senior secondary certificate of education or Certificate III or higher-level qualification, from the Australian Qualifications Framework. OR
- Applicants originating from students visa assessment levels 1 and 2 countries without the required IELTS or equivalent score must undertake the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test. For further information on student visa assessment levels visit Department of Home Affairs' website at www.homeaffairs.gov.au.
Additionally, the learner is required to:
- Complete the Pre-Training Review which aims to identify training needs through questions on previous education or training, relevance of the courses to learner and relevant experience.
- Complete the Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test
The learner must also provide prior to commencement of Work Placement allocation for the following:
- Provide a satisfactory National Police Clearance / Australian Federal Police Clearance Certificate (AFP) / NCC.
- Provide a Working with Children Check.
Other Conditions
- Students required to invest approximately 8 hours a week of self-directed learning to complete self-study and assessments during the training weeks and does not include term breaks and work placement
| DETAILS | PRICE |
|---|---|
| Course Fees | $14,500 |
| Deferment Fee | $100.00 |
| Application Fees | $300.00 |
| RPL Fees | $150/Unit |
| Certificate Re-issue Fees | $50 |
| Material Fees | $500 |
| Change of CoE | $100.00 |
| Unit Repeat cost | $350 |
| Re-assessment | $350 |
| Replacement Student ID | $15 |
| Credit Transfer | $0 |
| Student Photocopying | 10c/page |
| Airport pick-up | $100 |
Note: Please refer student handbook and refund policy for further information
AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF COMMUNITY AND HEALTH MANAGEMENT (AICHM)
Classroom
Level 8 310 King St,
Melbourne VIC 3000
CHC Simulation
268 Settlement Road,
Thomastown, VIC 3075
Quality Assurance : As a registered training organisation (RTO), the Institute operates within the Vocational Education and Training Quality Framework (VETQF) and the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) delivering nationally recognised qualifications and Units of Competency.
RTO Code: 46348 | CRICOS Code: 04337J