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Diploma of Community Services
National ID: CHC52015 | State ID: AWM0
There is an ongoing skill shortage in Community Services
Complete this qualification and you could be working in community services, case management or social housing, involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities.
You will have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management, providing direct support to individuals or groups. You may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers and/or case management, program coordination or the development of new business opportunities.
All 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.
Gain these skills
- Consultation
- Community program development
- Group work
- Advocacy
- Case management
- Policy and research
Is this course right for me?
I have the following attributes:
- 18+ years of age
- Able to undertake research and self directed activities
- Self motivated, pro-active and energetic
- Creative thinker with strong problem solving skills
- Strong decision making skills based on sound judgment and empathy
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills
Employer-based delivery mode information
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 please fill out the Course Enquiry Form.
The following people will be entitled to a concession rate on the half price course fees under Lower fees, local skills.
- All students aged 15-24 years
- Persons and dependents of persons holding:
- a pensioner concession card;
- a repatriation health benefits card issued by the Department of Veterans' Affairs; or
- a Health Care Card
- Persons and dependents of persons in receipt of the Youth Allowance, AUSTUDY or ABSTUDY
- Dependents of persons who are inmates of a custodial institution
- Secondary school-aged persons, not enrolled at school.
If you are not eligible, please see our Skill sets page.
Entrance Requirements
Work placement
Important information
Job opportunities
Further study
How to apply
Fees
Entrance Requirements
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent | Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades) | Certificate III |
We recommend that you are over the age of 18 before enrolling in this course as the fieldwork placement and employment outcomes are very limited for students under the age of 18.
Work placement
A Work Placement is compulsory for students undertaking a Certificate IV or Diploma as some units in these qualifications require you to demonstrate your skills in a work place setting. These units will be highlighted on your study plan. You will need to be enrolled in the appropriate units to be offered a work placement - it is not a standard for all enrolments.
Important information
You will complete 2 x 120 hours of supervised field placements with one of 170 government and community service agencies in the areas of mental health, drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence, housing, adolescent development, parenting and family support. Eligibility for supervised work placement is subject to obtaining a satisfactory Police Clearance. You will also need a Working with Children Check if your placement involves contact with children.
Other costs for consideration:
- Text Books
- Stationery
- National Police Clearance prior to you starting work placement - $65 through Australia Post
- Working with Children's Check (WWC) prior to you starting work placement - $11
Job opportunities
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
Further study
Graduates may be eligible for university entry into Social Science courses.
How to apply
On campus (full-time)
To apply to study on campus (full-time) through TAFE Admissions please go to tasonline.tafe.wa.edu.au
Other study types
For all other study types such as on campus (part-time), skill sets, online, employer-based study and apprenticeships or traineeships visit our Apply and Enrol page.
International students
International students should contact www.tafeinternational.wa.edu.au
Fees
This qualification is part of the Lower fees, local skills program where you'll pay only half of the standard course fees until 31 December 2021. The “annual fees cap” means that full-fee paying students will only pay a maximum of $1,200 (plus resource fee) and concession-fee paying students or those aged 15-24 years will only pay up to $400 (plus resource fee). Please see below an approximate estimate of what you will pay on enrolment.
Annual Full fee |
Annual Concession fee |
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Tuition fee |
Resource fee |
Total |
Tuition fee |
Resource fee |
Total |
| 1200.00 | 510.00 | 1710.00 | 393.60 | 510.00 | 903.60 |
These fees are annual estimates only and for students enrolling on a full-time basis.
- Fees might differ between courses delivered at different campuses due to the elective units included in the course study plan or adapting courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for each individual student depending on the units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning.
- Fees are payable at enrolment each semester for the units enrolled for that period. Some year-long courses might have a bigger fee load in the first semester.
- Proof of concession must be presented to access concession rates if eligible.
- For secondary school aged persons (in 2020, students born on or after 1 July 2002 who are at least 15 years old) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course fee chargeable in 2020 is $420 plus the resource fees and discretionary fees.
- Prices quoted include resource fees, but do not include material fees such as the cost of books, uniforms and students personal equipment.
- The course fee cap applicable to Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas only applies during the current calendar year, so fees might differ for students enrolling in semester 2.
- VET Student Loans Eligible Courses and Caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government
- Concessions and Secondary School Age cap do not apply to commercial courses, or Foundation Programs (ESL, General Education, etc.)
- Course information and fees are subject to change without notice
Delivery location, important dates and study options
During your course of study, NMTAFE may use a variety of learning practices to ensure you get the best outcome for your learning journey.
This may include online learning, face-to-face classroom, laboratory/workshop delivery, work placement or a combination of these, depending on which is most appropriate.
Continuous enrolment, 2021
Leederville - Employer basedDetails
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 2 year/s |
| When | Continuous enrolment |
| Where | Leederville |
| How |
Employer-based |
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Semester 1, 2021
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) - On CampusDetails
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 2 semester/s |
| When | Semester 1, 2021 |
| Where | Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) |
| How |
On campus |
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Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 2 semester/s |
| When | Semester 1, 2021 |
| Where | Leederville |
| How |
On campus |
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Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 2 semester/s |
| When | Semester 1, 2021 |
| Where | Midland |
| How |
On campus |
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Semester 2, 2020
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) - On CampusDetails
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 2 semester/s |
| When | Semester 2, 2020 |
| Where | Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) |
| How |
On campus |
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Details
Fees and charges
Units
Overview
| Duration | 2 semester/s |
| When | Semester 2, 2020 |
| Where | Midland |
| How |
On campus |
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Page last updated September 18, 2020