- This Fee-for-Service program is not available for Government funding
- Only Australian citizens or residents are eligible to apply for this course. We are not CRICOS registered and are unable to accept enrolments from International Student Visa holders (Subclass 500)
Course Overview
If you possess a passion for supporting and guiding people, then a career in community services is for you.
The CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services will develop your skills in community services, case management and crisis enabling you to manage, coordinate and deliver person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Family Support Worker
- Indigenous or Multicultural SupportWorker
- Community Support Worker
- Health and Leisure Worker
- Program Coordinator
- Case Coordinator
- Team Leader/Manager
Recognition
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration and Study Load
- This qualification has a maximum duration of 18 months, with the ability to complete in less than the allocated time
Entry Requirements
- There are no education entry requirements for this qualification. Student’s must be above the age of 17 to enrol and 18 years of age to complete work placement and complete this qualification. Students under the age of 18 will require a parent or guardians’ permission to enrol.
Course Features
- Access to Canvas – Kirana Colleges virtual campus
- Work Placement Assistance – team dedicated to assisting with work placement during your course which may, in turn, to lead to future job prospects
- Welcome placement & job ready packs to assist with work placement
- 24-7 access to the Student Assistance Program (counselling support & advice, delivered by Access EAP)
- Kirana provides both telephone and face to face support
- Student support services, where students can receive support or assistance in the use of Canvas or other administrative enquiries
- Access to leading industry trainers and assessors who care about how you progress in the course
- Flexible learning options: online or blended
- Our online learning is interactive and encourages collaboration for when you want to be inspired by like-minded students and teachers
- 12-month Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA) membership
Work Placement
To be assessed as competent in this qualification, individual workers are required to undertake 200 hours of supervised work placement in a relevant community service delivery setting, involving, for example, direct client work or community education or development. Evidence provided by the supervisor will contribute to assessment of the candidate’s ability to work at this level.
Materials
Students are provided with the following:
- Training plan
- Learning material
- Qualified teachers with extensive industry experience
- Optional additional support sessions
- Targeted assessment tools
- Student Assistance Program (counselling sessions)
- Access to Master Classes
Testimonials
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"I highly recommend Kirana for anyone wanting user friendly online learning and excellent course material. The communication and support from my trainer went beyond my expectations, I certainly didn’t feel as though I was studying alone. Achieving my Diploma was an enjoyable and rewarding experience thanks to Kirana."Jo O’DonnellDiploma of Community Services
Pathways
After achieving this qualification, you may undertake:
- CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
Post program:
- Certificate and Transcript (if course is completed)
- Statement of Attainment (if student is found Competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency)
Subjects
A total of 20 units are required to complete this qualification; twelve (12) core and eight (8) elective units.
About Kirana Colleges
At Kirana Colleges we believe you can change the world by starting with yourself.
Vocational education plays a critical role in creating a strong and healthy economy by equipping people with the skills they need to succeed. Kirana Colleges provides work-ready courses and qualifications that help build Australia’s economy and help graduates reach their potential by equipping them with the skills and ‘can do’ attitude employers are looking for.
Kirana Colleges nurtures people to reach their potential and create positive change in individuals, which leads to a better society in which to live and work. We’re focused on delivering the training outcomes our students and business need to thrive.
Kirana Colleges is a subsidiary brand of Kirana Education Group.
Maxis Solutions Pty Ltd (RTO 91428) is a Registered Training Organisation and will be awarding the qualification on completion.
