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Warragul: 16/02/2021
Bairnsdale: 16/02/2021
Traralgon: 18/02/2021 and 12/07/2021
Course Overview
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Step into the community and welfare sector with a Certificate IV in Community Services. If you’re working or volunteering in the industry, this qualification will give you the added confidence and knowledge to offer support to people in need. With face-to-face workshops and exciting placement opportunities, you’ll gain experience and problem-solving skills that will prepare you for a long and rewarding career.
A Certificate IV in Community Services reflects the role of community service workers who design and deliver person-centred programs to individuals and groups. Equip yourself with the skills to offer support, advocacy and interventions to each client you meet and to the wider community.
With this online qualification, you will tackle challenges autonomously and discover effective ways to supervise and lead other workers in projects and teams. The daily tasks you work through may take place in a range of community service, casework or case management contexts. Put your time where it’s needed most and support your community.
Times
| Intake | Days/Times | |
| Online: 15/02/2021 | Online sessions are delivered for this course (TBA) and online assessments will be conducted. | |
| Bairnsdale: 16/02/2021 | Tuesday 9:00am - 3:00pm, Wednesday 9:00am - 3:00pm | |
| Warragul: 16/02/2021 | Tuesday 9:00am - 3:00pm, Thursday 9:00am - 3:00pm | |
| Traralgon: 18/02/2021 | Thursday 9:00am - 3:00pm, Friday (9:00am - 3:00pm | |
| Traralgon: 12/07/2021 | Monday 9:00am - 3:00pm, Tuesday 9:00am - 3:00pm | |
Qualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate IV in Community Services.Career Opportunities
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Opportunities for Further Study
Further Information
Course and Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Mandatory entry requirements
- Applicants must complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy test as well as a Pre-Training Review to determine whether they are suitable for this course. Applicants then must undertake an interview and also meet the below requirements:
- Year 11 pass or mature age
- Clear Police and Working with Children Check
- Current drivers licence.
Recommended entry requirements
- Suitable internet connectivity
- Suitable technology e.g computer, video capabilities
- Capable to advanced level computer skills
Pre-requisites
Not Applicable
Online requirement
Not Applicable
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this courseHelp with Fees
Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
Police check and Working with Children's check required
Placement
80-140 hoursPlacement is arranged by: Institute
Pathway to Industry Licence
Not Applicable
Material and Equipment supplied by students
Not Applicable
Student Services
Support is available for students at every stage of the study journey. Please speak to any of our friendly reception or teaching staff.Recognition of Prior Learning
Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.Course Structure
Course Modules
| Course units |
| CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context |
| HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety |
| CHCSOH001 Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness |
| CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
| CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically |
| CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people |
| CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence |
| CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships |
| CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs |
| CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients |
Assessment
Not Applicable