About this course
Entry Requirements
USI (Unique Student Identifier) Number
- Mature age entry (18+)
- Initial skills assessment
- Valid and current email address
- National Police Check (Fee applies)**
- Working With Children Check (Fee applies)**
** For Traineeship / Apprenticeship programs, employer(s)
are responsible for all relevant police checks.
Course
This qualification reflects the role of entry level community services workers who support individuals through the provision of person-centered services. Work may include day-to-day support of individuals in community settings or support the implementation of specific community-based programs. At this level, supervision may be direct or indirect; work may take place in a range of community services organisations.
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Learning Outcomes
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- Basic understanding of the operations of a Community Services facility
- Provide personal care
- First Aid Certificate
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- To enable students who have successfully completed the course to work in the following areas:
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- Court Support Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Community Legal Officer
- Aboriginal Health Education Officer
- Case Worker (Community Services)
- Early Intervention Homelessness Worker
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Core Units
Unit code
(Core - all units required)
Competency Name
CHCCCS016
Respond to client needs
CHCCOM005
Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
HLTWHS002
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
HLTWHS006
Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Elective Units
Elective Units
(Elective - optional units)
Competency Name
CHCAOD001
Work in an alcohol and drugs context
CHCCCS005
Conduct individual assessments
CHCCCS019
Recognise and respond to crisis situations
CHCPRT001
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCDFV001
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
CHCCCS015
Provide individualised support
HLTAID003
Provide first aid
Career Pathway
