This qualification reflects the role of the entry level for the community services workers who support individuals through the provision of person centred services. Work may include day to day support of individuals in community settings or support the implementation of specific community based programs.
Community organisation employee; support worker.
Certificate IV in Community Services and the Diploma of Community Services.
Both Swan Hill and Mildura offer students the opportunity to complete the Certificate III as an on-the-job traineeship. Duration is dependent on the students progression through the units (12-18 months). Enrolment can occur at any stage of the year. Course delivery information for VETDSS students only: Courses are delivered at SuniTAFE each Friday as per the VETDSS schedule. Students will be required to attend each week, during the school terms, from the 10/02/23 to 27/10/23. Costs will vary between programs and the invoice for the program costs including tuition and materials, will be sent to your home school.
Each applicant will be required to undertake a Pre-training Review before enrolling to help confirm if the proposed course is suitable. It will provide valuable information about skills, knowledge, language, literacy and numeracy skills and whether the course will help in achieving learning and employment goals. Trainees must have a registered training contract agreement with their employer.
1 Years
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| CHCCCS016 | Respond to client needs | 60 | $35.00 |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services | 30 | $35.00 |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 40 | $0.00 |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care | 25 | $35.00 |
| HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment | 25 | $35.00 |
| Code | Unit Name | Hours | Material |
| CHCADV001 | Facilitate the interests and rights of clients | 100 | $35.00 |
| CHCCCS009 | Facilitate responsible behaviour | 40 | $35.00 |
| CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations | 45 | $35.00 |
| CHCCDE003 | Work within a community development framework | 65 | $35.00 |
| CHCCDE004 | Implement participation and engagement strategies | 85 | $35.00 |
| CHCCOM001 | Provide first point of contact | 35 | $35.00 |
| CHCCOM002 | Use communication to build relationships | 55 | $35.00 |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | 25 | $35.00 |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | 55 | $35.00 |
| CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues | 80 | $35.00 |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships | 80 | $35.00 |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | $30.00 |
| 2024 | |
| Government Subsidised | $2,733 |
| Concession | $381 |
| Traineeship | $2,371 |
| Traineeship Concession | $381 |
| Self-Funded | $3,396 |
| Intake | Campus | Course Details |
| 2024 Ongoing Enrolment | Mildura Campus | Full Time, Part Time, Employer Based (Trainee), Full Year, Trainee |
| 2024 February | Mildura Campus | Part Time, Classroom, Full Year, VET Delivery to Secondary Students |
