Certificate IV in Leisure and Health

Make the next move in your career in the community services and health sectors, working in an environment where you are entrusted with a range of responsibilities that directly impact the well-being and satisfaction of the people in your care.
Perfect for those who want a qualification that will span across a diverse range of fields in both health and community services, including working with people supported by the NDIS, you’ll learn an array of essential skills that equip these workers to excel in your roles and foster an environment of trust and understanding, essential for successful consumer interactions.

Expand your career horizons in the health and community services sector with this practical course.
Learn how to effectively impact the wellbeing and satisfaction of your clients with a wide array of essential skills that will help you excel in your role as a community leisure officer, diversional therapy assistant or recreation activities officer, to name a few.
With a strong emphasis on supporting consumer independence, this qualification will give you the skills to provide the necessary support, encouragement and assistance to navigate through life’s challenges.
Including both theory and practical elements, you’ll also need to undertake 120 recorded hours of workplace as part of this course.
Take the next step in your career with this practical and rewarding qualification designed for those looking to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Develop the skills and knowledge required to enhance the wellbeing, independence, and quality of life of consumers across a range of health and community service settings. This course will prepare you for roles such as Community Leisure Officer, Diversional Therapy Assistant, Recreation Activities Officer, and other support positions within the aged care and other community health services sectors.
With a strong focus on person-centred care, you will learn how to provide meaningful support, encouragement, and assistance to help individuals participate in activities, maintain social connections, and achieve their personal goals.
Combining both theoretical learning and practical application, this qualification equips you with the skills to plan, deliver, and evaluate activities that promote engagement, wellbeing, and independence.
Upon completion, you will be well prepared to contribute positively to the lives of others while pursuing a fulfilling career in the health and community services sector.

Did you know: The Victorian Government has now made Free TAFE courses even more accessible for new students enrolling for study in 2026. All Free TAFE courses at TAFE Gippsland are now available to people with higher-level qualifications and those who have completed a previous Free TAFE course and are looking to continue in their selected training pathway. Conditions and eligibility rules apply. Check out our Free TAFE information page for further details.

Graduates of this qualification may find employment in residential aged care facilities, community health services, correctional facilities, disability services, and day respite or community activity centres.
Workers perform specialised leisure and health tasks that support consumer wellbeing, independence, social engagement, and quality of life.
Activities Officer
Community Leisure Officer
Diversional Therapy Assistant
Leisure Officer
Recreation Activities Officer
In these roles, you may be responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating individual and group activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive wellbeing. You will work closely with consumers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop meaningful programs that encourage participation, community connection, and improved quality of life.

Diploma of Nursing

Throughout this course, you will develop the skills and knowledge required to support the wellbeing, independence, and quality of life of consumers in a range of health and community service settings, including:
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) practices
Strategies to enhance the quality of life and wellbeing of consumers
Supporting consumer independence, choice, and dignity
Assisting with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of leisure and health programs
Providing support for consumers with complex needs
Developing and maintaining professional workplace relationships
Promoting social inclusion, participation, and community engagement
Applying person-centred approaches to care and support
Working effectively within multidisciplinary teams and organisational policies

Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: No

Mandatory entry requirements:

Applicants under the age of 18 are encouraged to apply for upcoming intakes, however you must be 18 years of age at course commencement or have turned 18 years of age by 30 April, 2025.
Completed LLN assessment level required for a Certificate IV level.

Recommended entry Requirements:

To be fit and able to move around on feet all day while physically supporting patients and consumers while performing job duties.
Moderate computer skills required.
Physical Requirements:
Students should be physically capable of spending extended periods on their feet .The ability to perform manual handling tasks safely and participate in workplace activities is important for success in this industry.
Digital Literacy Requirements:
Moderate computer skills are required to successfully undertake this course. Students will need to access online learning materials, participate in digital learning platforms, complete assessments, use email, and perform basic word processing and internet research tasks.

Limitations to course Entry:

Students should be physically capable of spending extended periods on their feet .The ability to perform manual handling tasks safely and participate in workplace activities is important for success in this industry.

• Working with children check
• Police check

Will this course/qualification or a constituent unit provide a pathway to an industry licence or regulated outcome: No

Offered as a traineeship for those employed in the leisure and health sector, this qualification enables you to design, implement and evaluate leisure and health activities and programs for clients in residential facilities, community agencies and day programs.
Learn both theory and the practical elements of providing person-centred care that is tailored to meet the needs and wishes of the client to enhance quality of life.

Expand your career horizons in the health and community services sector with this practical course.
Learn how to effectively impact the wellbeing and satisfaction of your clients with a wide array of essential skills that will help you excel in your role as a community leisure officer, diversional therapy assistant or recreation activities officer, to name a few.
With a strong emphasis on supporting consumer independence, this qualification will give you the skills to provide the necessary support, encouragement and assistance to navigate through life’s challenges.
Including both theory and practical elements, you’ll also need to undertake 120 recorded hours of workplace as part of this course.
Take the next step in your career with this practical and rewarding qualification designed for those looking to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
Develop the skills and knowledge required to enhance the wellbeing, independence, and quality of life of consumers across a range of health and community service settings. This course will prepare you for roles such as Community Leisure Officer, Diversional Therapy Assistant, Recreation Activities Officer, and other support positions within the aged care and other community health services sectors.
With a strong focus on person-centred care, you will learn how to provide meaningful support, encouragement, and assistance to help individuals participate in activities, maintain social connections, and achieve their personal goals.
Combining both theoretical learning and practical application, this qualification equips you with the skills to plan, deliver, and evaluate activities that promote engagement, wellbeing, and independence.
Upon completion, you will be well prepared to contribute positively to the lives of others while pursuing a fulfilling career in the health and community services sector.

Did you know: The Victorian Government has now made Free TAFE courses even more accessible for new students enrolling for study in 2026. All Free TAFE courses at TAFE Gippsland are now available to people with higher-level qualifications and those who have completed a previous Free TAFE course and are looking to continue in their selected training pathway. Conditions and eligibility rules apply. Check out our Free TAFE information page for further details.

Graduates of this qualification may find employment in residential aged care facilities, community health services, correctional facilities, disability services, and day respite or community activity centres.
Workers perform specialised leisure and health tasks that support consumer wellbeing, independence, social engagement, and quality of life.
Activities Officer
Community Leisure Officer
Diversional Therapy Assistant
Leisure Officer
Recreation Activities Officer
In these roles, you may be responsible for planning, coordinating, and facilitating individual and group activities that promote physical, social, emotional, and cognitive wellbeing. You will work closely with consumers, families, and multidisciplinary teams to develop meaningful programs that encourage participation, community connection, and improved quality of life.

Diploma of Nursing

Throughout this course, you will develop the skills and knowledge required to support the wellbeing, independence, and quality of life of consumers in a range of health and community service settings, including:
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) practices
Strategies to enhance the quality of life and wellbeing of consumers
Supporting consumer independence, choice, and dignity
Assisting with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of leisure and health programs
Providing support for consumers with complex needs
Developing and maintaining professional workplace relationships
Promoting social inclusion, participation, and community engagement
Applying person-centred approaches to care and support
Working effectively within multidisciplinary teams and organisational policies

Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: No

Mandatory entry requirements:

Applicants under the age of 18 are encouraged to apply for upcoming intakes, however you must be 18 years of age at course commencement or have turned 18 years of age by 30 April, 2025.
Completed LLN assessment level required for a Certificate IV level.

Recommended entry Requirements:

To be fit and able to move around on feet all day while physically supporting patients and consumers while performing job duties.
Moderate computer skills required.
Physical Requirements:
Students should be physically capable of spending extended periods on their feet .The ability to perform manual handling tasks safely and participate in workplace activities is important for success in this industry.
Digital Literacy Requirements:
Moderate computer skills are required to successfully undertake this course. Students will need to access online learning materials, participate in digital learning platforms, complete assessments, use email, and perform basic word processing and internet research tasks.

Limitations to course Entry:

Students should be physically capable of spending extended periods on their feet .The ability to perform manual handling tasks safely and participate in workplace activities is important for success in this industry.

• Working with children check
• Police check

Will this course/qualification or a constituent unit provide a pathway to an industry licence or regulated outcome: No