Diploma of Community Services

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About this course: <div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><h3 style="margin-bottom: 0.3em;"><img alt="Icon of a tick within the state map." src="/sites/default/files/uploads/PriorityBase2-01.png" style="width: 50px; height: 50px; margin-left: 8px; margin-right: 8px; float: left;" title="This icon represents a WA Priority Occupation skills course. Lower tuition fees apply and employment prospects are higher." />Care for a career</h3> <p>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.</p> <p>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 <strong>case management</strong>, <strong>program coordination</strong> or the <strong>development of new business opportunities</strong>.</p> <p>All our community service qualifications have <strong>flexible training delivery</strong> modes and the <strong>option to study on the job</strong>. This means you get the most relevant skills and the opportunity to<strong> form industry contacts</strong>.</p> <div class="c-accordion"> <h5 class="c-accordion-title">Gain these skills</h5> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <ul><li>Consultation</li> <li>Community program development</li> <li>Group work</li> <li>Advocacy</li> <li>Case management</li> <li>Policy and research</li> </ul></div> </div> <div class="c-accordion"> <h5 class="c-accordion-title">Is this course right for me?</h5> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <p>I have the following attributes:</p> <ul><li>Able to undertake research and self directed activities</li> <li>Self motivated, pro-active and energetic </li> <li>Creative thinker with strong problem solving skills</li> <li>Strong decision making skills based on sound judgment and empathy</li> <li>Strong interpersonal and communications skills</li> </ul></div> </div> <div class="c-accordion"> <div class="c-accordion-title">Delivery mode information</div> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <div class="c-accordion"> <div class="c-accordion-title">Online</div> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <p>With online study you will be completing your course via an online platform which contains all your study material and assessments. You will be provided a login and password to access this material once you have been enrolled at North Metropolitan TAFE. </p> <p>Online is a little different to on-campus study as you do not have face to face contact with your lecturers and you do not engage directly with fellow students during every-day class activities. If on-campus study is not your preference, then online study is a great option. Rest assured you will be supported by your online lecturers.<br /> You will also have access to lecturers via your online dashboard. The lecturers will help to clarify your concerns, assist with the course content, mark your assessments and provide you with feedback if required</p> <p><strong>Qualifications are broken down into stages with an intensive practical skills workshop run at the end of each stage.</strong> You will only need to enrol and pay for one stage at a time.</p> <p>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. <strong>You will need to be enrolled in the appropriate units to be offered a work placement - it is not a standard for all enrolments.</strong></p> <h5>To enquire or enrol please fill out the Course Enquiry Form</h5> </div> </div> <div class="c-accordion"> <div class="c-accordion-title">Part-time</div> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <p>With part time study you will be completing your course on-campus with face to face contact with your lecturers and fellow students during every-day class activities.</p> <p><strong>Qualifications are broken down into stages to try and suit your availability. </strong><br /> If you are planning on completing a Certificate III or IV level course we will recommend that the course be broken into 2 or 3 stages over 12 - 18 months <br /> If you are planning on completing a Diploma level course we will recommend that the course be broken into 3 or 4 stages over 18 - 24 months </p> <p>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. <strong>You will need to be enrolled in the appropriate units to be offered a work placement - it is not a standard for all enrolments.</strong></p> <h5>To enquire or enrol please fill out the Course Enquiry Form</h5> </div> </div> <div class="c-accordion"> <div class="c-accordion-title">Work-based</div> <div class="c-accordion-content"> <p>Workplace training offers a flexible, self-paced study program which combines workplace recognition of prior learning and individualised 'gap" training to attain your qualification.</p> <p>Workplace training means every time you go to work you are learning and demonstrating competence whilst working towards your qualification. The flexibility of workplace training allows you to structure and perform learning and assessment in a way that fits into your professional and personal life.</p> <p>Learning and assessment plans are created on an individual level in consultation with you and/or your employer. Workplace training assessment is conducted using numerous methods including practical demonstration and observation, question and answer interviews, written tasks, supervisor reports and workshops. </p> <h5>To enquire or enrol please fill out the Course Enquiry Form</h5> <h5> </h5> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div></div></div>

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How to apply <p>Visit our <a href="/node/130594" target="_self">Apply and Enrol </a>page to find out how to apply for<strong> full-time, part-time or online courses.</strong></p> <p><strong>International students </strong>please view your application process <a href="http://tafeinternational.wa.edu.au/application-process" target="_self">here</a>.</p> <p>For <strong>apprenticeships</strong> and <strong>traineeships</strong>, you must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study.</p> <p>For all other enquiries please call us on 1300 300 822 or email: <a href="mailto:enquiry@nmtafe.wa.edu.au">enquiry@nmtafe.wa.edu.au</a></p> <p><em><strong>Please note, fees are subject to change.</strong></em></p>

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Units <p> </p><p><b>Core Units Common to All</b></p><table cellpadding="0" class="overview"><tbody><tr><th scope="col">Unit Title</th><th scope="col">National ID</th><th scope="col">Unit of Study</th></tr><tr><td>Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services</td><td>CHCDEV002</td><td>WG743</td></tr><tr><td>Develop and implement service programs</td><td>CHCCCS007</td><td>AVC69</td></tr><tr><td>Develop workplace communication strategies</td><td>CHCCOM003</td><td>AVC30</td></tr><tr><td>Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes</td><td>CHCMGT005</td><td>AVB71</td></tr><tr><td>Manage and promote diversity</td><td>CHCDIV003</td><td>AVC07</td></tr><tr><td>Manage legal and ethical compliance</td><td>CHCLEG003</td><td>AVB80</td></tr><tr><td>Manage work health and safety</td><td>HLTWHS004</td><td>WG741</td></tr><tr><td>Reflect on and improve own professional practice</td><td>CHCPRP003</td><td>AVB48</td></tr></tbody></table><p><b>Elective Units for Joondalup</b></p><table cellpadding="0" class="overview"><tbody><tr><th scope="col">Unit Title</th><th scope="col">National ID</th><th scope="col">Unit of Study</th></tr><tr><td>Apply learning theories in counselling</td><td>CHCCSL005</td><td>AWB37</td></tr><tr><td>Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills</td><td>CHCCSL002</td><td>AWB41</td></tr><tr><td>Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management</td><td>CHCCSM005</td><td>AVC23</td></tr><tr><td>Establish and confirm the counselling relationship</td><td>CHCCSL001</td><td>AWB39</td></tr><tr><td>Plan and conduct group activities</td><td>CHCGRP002</td><td>AWA79</td></tr><tr><td>Provide services to people with co-existing mental health and alcohol and other drugs issues</td><td>CHCMHS005</td><td>AVB65</td></tr><tr><td>Recognise and respond to crisis situations</td><td>CHCCCS019</td><td>AVC58</td></tr><tr><td>Research and apply personality and development theories</td><td>CHCCSL004</td><td>AWB38</td></tr></tbody></table><p><b>Elective Units for Leedervile</b></p><table cellpadding="0" class="overview"><tbody><tr><th scope="col">Unit Title</th><th scope="col">National ID</th><th scope="col">Unit of Study</th></tr><tr><td>Assess co-existing needs</td><td>CHCCCS004</td><td>AVC74</td></tr><tr><td>Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships</td><td>CHCPRP001</td><td>AVB49</td></tr><tr><td>Facilitate the interests and rights of clients</td><td>CHCADV001</td><td>AVC96</td></tr><tr><td>Identify and respond to children and young people at risk</td><td>CHCPRT001</td><td>WG802</td></tr><tr><td>Plan and conduct group activities</td><td>CHCGRP002</td><td>AWA79</td></tr><tr><td>Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety</td><td>CHCDIV002</td><td>AVC08</td></tr><tr><td>Work in an alcohol and other drugs context</td><td>CHCAOD001</td><td>AVC85</td></tr><tr><td>Work with people with mental health issues</td><td>CHCMHS001</td><td>AVB69</td></tr></tbody></table><p><b>Elective Units for Midland</b></p><table cellpadding="0" class="overview"><tbody><tr><th scope="col">Unit Title</th><th scope="col">National ID</th><th scope="col">Unit of Study</th></tr><tr><td>Apply specialist interpersonal and counselling interview skills</td><td>CHCCSL002</td><td>AWB41</td></tr><tr><td>Assess co-existing needs</td><td>CHCCCS004</td><td>AVC74</td></tr><tr><td>Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management</td><td>CHCCSM005</td><td>AVC23</td></tr><tr><td>Establish and confirm the counselling relationship</td><td>CHCCSL001</td><td>AWB39</td></tr><tr><td>Facilitate the counselling relationship and process</td><td>CHCCSL003</td><td>AWB40</td></tr><tr><td>Facilitate the interests and rights of clients</td><td>CHCADV001</td><td>AVC96</td></tr><tr><td>Work in an alcohol and other drugs context</td><td>CHCAOD001</td><td>AVC85</td></tr><tr><td>Work with people with mental health issues</td><td>CHCMHS001</td><td>AVB69</td></tr></tbody></table><p><b>Electives- Workbased</b></p><table cellpadding="0" class="overview"><tbody><tr><th scope="col">Unit Title</th><th scope="col">National ID</th><th scope="col">Unit of Study</th></tr><tr><td>Assess co-existing needs</td><td>CHCCCS004</td><td>AVC74</td></tr><tr><td>Facilitate responsible behaviour</td><td>CHCCCS009</td><td>AVC68</td></tr><tr><td>Facilitate the empowerment of older people</td><td>CHCAGE001</td><td>AVC91</td></tr><tr><td>Lead and manage organisational change</td><td>BSBINN601</td><td>AUI47</td></tr><tr><td>Manage finances</td><td>BSBFIM601</td><td>AUM25</td></tr><tr><td>Manage recruitment selection and induction processes</td><td>BSBHRM506</td><td>AUL50</td></tr><tr><td>Manage risk</td><td>BSBRSK501</td><td>AUM52</td></tr><tr><td>Manage stress in the workplace</td><td>BSBWOR403</td><td>AUJ56</td></tr><tr><td>Recognise and respond to crisis situations</td><td>CHCCCS019</td><td>AVC58</td></tr></tbody></table>

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