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CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services

CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services

National ID CHC52021 State ID BIJ1

Empower your passion—advance your Community Services career to new heights.

Embrace the opportunity to drive meaningful change and make a powerful impact in your field. There is a growing demand for skilled community services workers in the North West to support the increase in community services agencies. 

Community services workers require a diverse set of skills to respond to increasingly complex client care needs. These skills include providing crisis support, managing caseloads, developing programs and developing prevention and intervention strategies. 

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This qualification is directly aligned with priority industry areas where jobs are today, and into the future. As part of the state government Lower fees, local skills initiative, from 1 January 2020 through to 31 December 2025 you'll only pay half the tuition fees (plus resource fee) capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. For full details see our Half price courses page.

^ You will pay half price for the course fees on the Lower fees, local skills courses, however other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your training.

Overview

Campus Broome Campus | Halls Creek Campus | Kununurra Campus | Wyndham Campus | Karratha Campus

When Semester 2, 2024

Study Mode Combined (Online and On Campus) | Online

Throughout this Qualification, you will learn how to design and deliver accessible programs that enhance community participation and are in line with the legal and ethical requirements of the community services sector.

This qualification provides you with the skills to develop, implement and evaluate programs, secure and manage funding, case-manage clients in a community services setting, and lead a community services team. Throughout this course, you will develop specialised skills in community services care and gain the knowledge to support colleagues in a supervisory or team management capacity. 

You will undertake training in three sections: program development, case management and team leadership. This course provides an affordable entry pathway into university study in an approved social work degree. 

Throughout this course, you will gain skills in: 

  • Developing, implementing and evaluating programs 
  • Securing and managing funding 
  • Case-managing clients in a community services setting 
  • Leading a community services team

This course is designed for people wishing to expand their career in Community Services into leadership and management roles. Students will either be already working in a leadership role within their organisation or be able to complete a practicum at a suitable community services workplace.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Semester 2, 2024

Details

Duration 3 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Broome Campus
How Combined (Online and On Campus)

Course fees

Indicative General fee $1,469.75
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )
Indicative Concession fee $669.75
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2024.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
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
National ID Unit title
CHCCDE023 Develop and deliver community projects
CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
CHCMGT003 Lead the work team
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCPOL002 Develop and implement policy
CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
National ID Unit title
CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

Details

Duration 3 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Halls Creek Campus
How Combined (Online and On Campus)

Course fees

Indicative General fee $1,469.75
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )
Indicative Concession fee $669.75
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2024.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
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
National ID Unit title
CHCCDE023 Develop and deliver community projects
CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
CHCMGT003 Lead the work team
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCPOL002 Develop and implement policy
CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
National ID Unit title
CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

Details

Duration 3 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Kununurra Campus
How Combined (Online and On Campus)

Course fees

Indicative General fee $1,469.75
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )
Indicative Concession fee $669.75
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2024.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
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
National ID Unit title
CHCCDE023 Develop and deliver community projects
CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
CHCMGT003 Lead the work team
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCPOL002 Develop and implement policy
CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
National ID Unit title
CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

Details

Duration 3 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Wyndham Campus
How Combined (Online and On Campus)

Course fees

Indicative General fee $1,469.75
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )
Indicative Concession fee $669.75
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2024.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
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
National ID Unit title
CHCCDE023 Develop and deliver community projects
CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
CHCMGT003 Lead the work team
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCPOL002 Develop and implement policy
CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk
National ID Unit title
CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

Details

Duration 3 Semesters
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Online delivery
How Online

Course fees

Indicative General fee $1,469.75
(Tuition fee* $1,200.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )
Indicative Concession fee $669.75
(Tuition fee* $400.00 + Resource fee $269.75 )

Our estimated fees are based on:

  • Full time study in 2024.
  • All units required to gain this qualification. If you're a student that has successfully completed a lower-level qualification that is a prerequisite for this course, you'll only pay for the units that you need to enrol in to complete this course.
  • For more information regarding eligibility and fees, please visit the DTWD website.

These fees are estimates only and depend on your eligibility for government funding, concession rates, the units you have already completed or seek to be recognised under Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Additional resource, material and/or equipment costs may apply. Visit our Fees and Charges page for more information, including on consumer rights.

Units

National ID Unit title
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
National ID Unit title
CHCADV002 Provide advocacy and representation services
CHCCDE023 Develop and deliver community projects
CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
CHCPOL002 Develop and implement policy
CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
National ID Unit title
HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment

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