Course Overview
This qualification reflects the roles of community services, case management and social housing workers involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities.
At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management. Workers are usually providing direct support to individuals or groups of individuals. Workers may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers and/or case management; program coordination or the development of new business opportunities.
This is Susanne, one of our Community Services students
Note that the Statutory & forensic child, youth & family welfare specialisation must be achieved in order to meet the minimum education requirements for child protection and youth justice practice in Victoria.
In addition, to meet the minimum education requirements for entry into child protection practice in Victoria, diploma qualifications must be approved by the Australian Community Workers Association (ACWA)
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Times
Webinars will be conducted with forum guests from specific sections of the sector and will be conducted in specific units.Qualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Diploma of Community Services (Case Management).Career Opportunities
- Community Care Manager
- Coordinator of Volunteer Work
- Team Leader
- Care Team Leader
- Family Services Coordinator
- Support Facilitator (Community Services)
- Community Housing Resources Worker
- Community Development Worker for Social Housing
- Community Recreation Coordinator
- Housing Manager
- Housing Assistant
- Assistant Community Worker
- Community Worker
- Aboriginal Housing Worker
- Community Services Coordinator
- Case Coordinator (Disability)
- Youth Housing Support Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Community Access Coordinator
- Pastoral Care Counsellor
- Aboriginal Neighbourhood House Coordinator
- Case Coordinator (Community Services)
- Welfare Support Worker
- Senior Youth Worker
- Disability Team Leader
- Support Facilitator (Disability)
- Community Housing Worker
- Community Work Coordinator
- Early Intervention Worker
- Community Program Coordinator
- Pastoral Care Worker
- Assistant Community Services Worker
- Support Advisor
Opportunities for Further Study
- You will gain 120 credit points (equivalent to 1 year) in the HC5 Bachelor of Community & Human Services (Federation University)
Further Information
Course and Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Mandatory entry requirements:
For Case Management Stream:
- Applicants must be currently be working in the sector.
- Mature aged- over 18 years of age
- Must have clear Police Check and WWCC.
Recommended entry requirements:
- Reliable internet connectivity
- Suitable technology e.g computer, video capabilities to participate in Online classes and simulated practical assessments
- Suitable levels of digital literacy
Limitations to entry:
- For Forensic Statutory Stream:
- Limited numbers due to the specificities of placement.
- Current service user.
Online requirement
Students will need reliable internet connectivity and video conferencing capabilities.
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
VET Student Loans are available to assist eligible students studying higher level vocational education and training (VET) qualifications to pay their tuition fees. Higher level VET qualifications are at those at a Diploma level and above. VET Student loans are capped at a maximum for each approved course of study and the amount of the loan cannot be greater than your remaining FEE-HELP balance. If eligible for a student loan, you can access up to $16,788.00 to help cover the tuition fees for this course. For more information about VET Student Loans and eligibility requirements, please click here.Help with Fees
Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
N/A
Placement
Not ApplicablePathway to Industry Licence
Certified Practicing Case Manager with the Case Management Society of Australia and New Zealand if the student has also practised for at least 12 months (1824 hours) in the last 3 years.
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
Sample course units
| HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety |
| CHCSOH001 Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness |
| CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
| CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance |
| CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCDEV002 Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services |
| CHCDEV001 Confirm client developmental status |
| CHCCSM006 Provide case management supervision |
| CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCCSM004 Coordinate complex case requirements |
| CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCCCS007 Develop and implement service programs |
| CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs |
| CHCADV002 Provide advocacy and representation services |
Assessment
Documents/folio, critical incident reports, journals, presentations to audiences, interviews, videos, visuals/slides/audio tapes, case studies, group discussions and other workplace projects.