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Course Overview
Intakes
- 2026
2026 Intake
| Intake Date | Campus | Attendance Days |
|---|---|---|
| 20/04/2026 | Morwell | Wednesday, Friday 9:00am-3:00pm |
About this course
This qualification may be used as a pathway for workforce entry as community services workers who provide a first point of contact and assist individuals in meeting their immediate needs. At this level, work takes place under direct, regular supervision within clearly defined guidelines.
This course is to be delivered at Morwell Campus for the duration of 20 weeks. It is delivered in class, 2 days per week from 9am to 2.30pm on Wednesdays and Fridays.
The course is assessed written questioning, quizzes, case studies, reports and project.
If you want to work in aged care, individual support or early childhood education with a pathways to explore diverse industries, this course is for you.
With a growing demand for support to improve the well-being of various groups, including the elderly, individuals with disabilities and young children in their early learning years. you'll be in demand with this skillset, presenting strong career opportunities and the chance to make a positive difference in people's lives.
Career Opportunities
This qualification may be used as a pathway for workforce entry as community services workers who provide a first point of contact and assist individuals in meeting their immediate needs. At this level, work takes place under direct, regular supervision within clearly defined guidelines.
Opportunities for Further Study
Certificate III in Community Services
Skills or Knowledge gained
Communication
WHS
Diversity
First Aid
Problem solving
Team work
Learning
Self management
Planning and organising
Technology
Initiative and enterprise
Entry Requirements
Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: Yes
Minimum Industry Requirement
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Requirements
Will this course/qualification or a constituent unit provide a pathway to an industry licence or regulated outcome: No
Qualifications and Recognition - 2026
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate II in Community Services.
Work Placement - 2026
Does this course require placement?: No
Further Information - 2026
Fees
| Fees and charges | Government subsidised concession | Government subsidised | Full-fee paying student |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt) | $195.30 | $976.50 | $3,339.00 |
| Materials fee* (GST exempt) | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Total | $195.30 | $976.50 | $3,339.00 |
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this course
Important information
Sample course units
Assessment
The assessment for each course varies. It may include knowledge questions, practical skills tasks, projects, research work, on the job assessment, etc. Your assessor or educator will provide specific information on the requirements for your course.
You can expect that:
- assessment methods are clear
- assessment tasks are relevant and meet the requirements of your course
- assessor or educator demonstrate fairness and lack of bias when assessing your work
- educators will provide open and honest feedback about assessment tasks.