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CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services

CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services

National ID CHC32015 State ID AWJ2

There is an ongoing skill shortage in Community Services

Gain an insight into the community services sector including mental health, alcohol and other drug services and domestic violence services. This course is ideal for support workers, case workers and client contact officers.

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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 program, 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.

^ You will pay half price for the tuition fees on the Lower fees, local skills qualifications, however other fees may apply such as Resource fees that are specific to your course. For full details see our Half price courses page.

CampusesJoondalup (Kendrew Crescent). Leederville.

When Semester 1, 2024. Semester 2, 2024.

Study Mode On campus.

There is an ongoing skill shortage in Community Services

This entry level course is ideal for support workers, case workers and client contact officers; generally, positions with direct contact with clients, providing  day-to-day support.

All of our Community Service qualifications have flexible training delivery modes and the option to study on the job. This means you get the most relevant skills and the opportunity to form industry contacts.

You'll also be mentored by attentive and caring lecturers who have extensive experience in the industry.

  • Interpersonal skills to work in residential and community settings with clients
  • Identify their needs and plan and develop appropriate services
  • Insight into the community services sector
  • Learn about the ethical and legal responsibilities of community workers

Prior to enrolment into this qualification, please consider:

  • If you are under 18 years of age
  • Any criminal conviction as it will appear on your National Police Certificate (compulsory to obtain)
  • Any difficulty in communicating with either workers or clients. (I.e. difficulty with written or spoken English
  • Difficulty with the manual tasks involved in personal care work, including lifting (e.g. 'bad back')
  • Ability to set aside between four and five days/week for attendance at classes, work placement and study
  • Likelihood of finding it difficult or distressing to provide personal care such as toileting and bathing for clients of any gender and varying ages
  • Ability to attend your work placement regularly and reliable
  • If you have the following attributes:
    • Positive, can-do approach, and a friendly, caring attitude
    • Respectful, resilient and empathetic
    • Sound, sensible decision-making skills
    • A non-judgmental attitude and ability to maintain confidentiality
    • Able to demonstrate good judgment and common sense in dynamic and challenging environments
    • Sound understanding of the importance of personal and professional boundaries

Follow the link to find further information to help you make an informed choice about the suitability of this course.

Employer-based training offers a flexible, self-paced study program which combines workplace recognition of prior learning and individualised ‘gap’ training to attain your qualification.

This means every time you go to work you are learning and demonstrating competence whilst working towards your qualification. The flexibility of Employer-based training allows you to structure and perform learning and assessment in a way that fits into your professional and personal life.

Learning and assessment plans are created on an individual level in consultation with you and/or your employer. Assessment is conducted using numerous methods including practical demonstration and observation, question and answer interviews, written tasks, supervisor reports and workshops.

To enquire or enrol in the next intake please email workbased.cp@nmtafe.wa.edu.au .

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Semester 1, 2024

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)
How On campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $805.46
(Tuition fee* $620.46 + Resource fee $185.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $368.84
(Tuition fee* $183.84 + Resource fee $185.00 )

Half price fees

The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above.  Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.

Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types.  They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students.  Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T  1300 300 822

  

*Fee disclaimers

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.

Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification.  If you're a continuing student and have 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.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.

T 1300 300 822

Units

Core  
National ID Unit title
CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Elective  
National ID Unit title
BSBPEF202 Plan and apply time management
CHCCDE003 Work within a community development framework
CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCGRP001 Support group activities
CHCVOL001 Be an effective volunteer
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Leederville
How On campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $805.46
(Tuition fee* $620.46 + Resource fee $185.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $368.84
(Tuition fee* $183.84 + Resource fee $185.00 )

Half price fees

The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above.  Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.

Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types.  They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students.  Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T  1300 300 822

  

*Fee disclaimers

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.

Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification.  If you're a continuing student and have 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.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.

T 1300 300 822

Units

Core  
National ID Unit title
CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Elective  
National ID Unit title
BSBPEF202 Plan and apply time management
CHCCDE003 Work within a community development framework
CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCGRP001 Support group activities
CHCVOL001 Be an effective volunteer
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Details

Duration 9 Months
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Leederville
How On campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $805.46
(Tuition fee* $620.46 + Resource fee $185.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $368.84
(Tuition fee* $183.84 + Resource fee $185.00 )

Half price fees

The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above.  Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.

Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types.  They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students.  Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T  1300 300 822

  

*Fee disclaimers

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.

Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification.  If you're a continuing student and have 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.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.

T 1300 300 822

Units

Core  
National ID Unit title
CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Elective  
National ID Unit title
BSBPEF202 Plan and apply time management
CHCCDE003 Work within a community development framework
CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCGRP001 Support group activities
CHCVOL001 Be an effective volunteer
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Semester 2, 2024

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)
How On campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $805.46
(Tuition fee* $620.46 + Resource fee $185.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $368.84
(Tuition fee* $183.84 + Resource fee $185.00 )

Half price fees

The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above.  Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.

Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types.  They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students.  Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T  1300 300 822

  

*Fee disclaimers

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.

Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification.  If you're a continuing student and have 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.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.

T 1300 300 822

Units

Core  
National ID Unit title
CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Elective  
National ID Unit title
BSBPEF202 Plan and apply time management
CHCCDE003 Work within a community development framework
CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCGRP001 Support group activities
CHCVOL001 Be an effective volunteer
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Details

Duration 1 Semester
When Semester 2, 2024
Where Leederville
How On campus

Course fees

Indicative General fee $805.46
(Tuition fee* $620.46 + Resource fee $185.00 )
Indicative Concession fee $368.84
(Tuition fee* $183.84 + Resource fee $185.00 )

Half price fees

The Lower fees, local skills (half price) discount and fee caps have already been applied to the Tuition fees displayed above.  Please note that fee caps only apply to the calendar year, so multi-semester courses across more than one calendar year may have a higher fee. See the Half price courses page for more details.

Lower fees, local skills are available to residents of Western Australia, and temporary residents holding certain visa types.  They are not available for people living outside of Western Australia, or international students.  Full eligibility details are available on our Half price courses page.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.
T  1300 300 822

  

*Fee disclaimers

The fees quoted are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis. Please view the full list of Fee disclaimers.

Please note fees listed include all units required to gain this qualification.  If you're a continuing student and have 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.

Enquiries regarding fees can be made by calling us.

T 1300 300 822

Units

Core  
National ID Unit title
CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Elective  
National ID Unit title
BSBPEF202 Plan and apply time management
CHCCDE003 Work within a community development framework
CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCGRP001 Support group activities
CHCVOL001 Be an effective volunteer
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

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