CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services
DEVELOP COMMUNITY SERVICES AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Course Overview
The CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services builds your ability to provide compassionate, person-centred support while coordinating services that truly make a difference. Designed for those ready to take the next step in their professional journey, this qualification strengthens your capacity to work independently and support individuals and communities through person-centred practices and contribute effectively to the broader community services sector. You will also develop skills to guide and support teams, enhancing your role within community service organisations.
- Standard Pathway
- Intensive Pathway
Duration:
55 weeks (including 9 weeks of holiday)
- Work-Based Training: 6 weeks, 38 hours per week (total 228 hours)
Tuition Fee:
- International Students
$9,900 - Easy payment plans available
Materials Fee:
$900*
Study Mode:
- Face-to-face classroom-based learning
- Practical Simulated Activities in the Stanley College Simulated Community Services Facility
- Work-based training
Location:
Perth
CRICOS Course Code:
118709E
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week + self-study component. Weekday classes are available.
Full-time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
Duration:
52 weeks (including 5 weeks of holiday)
- Work-Based Training: 6 weeks, 38 hours per week (total 228 hours)
Tuition Fee:
- Domestic Students
$4,950 - Government funding available for eligible domestic students**
- Easy payment plans available
Materials Fee:
$900*
Study Mode:
- Face-to-face classroom-based learning
- Practical Simulated Activities in the Stanley College Simulated Community Services Facility
- Work-based training
Location:
Perth
CRICOS Course Code:
118709E
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week + self-study component. Weekday classes are available.
Full-time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
Important fee & policy information
**Funding is available for Domestic Students in Perth ONLY under the Jobs and Skills WA Program:
Concession Course Fee: $528.00
Non-Concession Course Fee: $1,782.00
For more information on Funded Courses, including Entry Requirements and Resource Fees, click here. The student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply, such as resource fees and other fees. These must be charged in accordance with the Fees and Charges Policy. Eligibility criteria apply. Prices as per the VET Fees and Charges Policy 2026.
*The Materials Fee covers equipment and resources used in the delivery of your course at Stanley College.
Please familiarise yourself with our Refund and Cancellation Policy.
Why Study This Course at Stanley College?
Explore a wide range of career opportunities from frontline support to leadership roles, and contribute to community services.
Develop a strong foundation of practical and critical skills that prepare you to step into diverse roles within the community services sector.
Choose a start date that fits your schedule and begin your studies at a time that works best for you.
Job Outlook
This qualification suits students seeking a career in the following job roles:
- Child Welfare Officer
- Residential Carer (Child Protection)
- Social Housing Coordinator
- Community Services Case Manager or Case Worker
- Case Coordinator
- Case Management Supervisor
- Community Care Worker
- Community Services Worker
- Program Coordinator
- Team Leader
Course Entry Requirements
| Academic Completion of Australian Year 12 or equivalent. English Proficiency Upper-intermediate Level of English OR IELTS Academic or General Training Test Score of 5.5 OR Other recognised English Language tests such as:
OR |
Course Prerequisite Requirements
No prerequisite entry requirements exist for this course.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition is available (on application) to students with prior skills, experience, knowledge or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training in a related area. Recognition may reduce the duration of your studies.
Course Content
Students must successfully complete the following units:
| Unit Code | Unit of Study |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
| CHCCCS007 | Develop and implement service programs |
| CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSM017 | Facilitate and review case management |
| CHCDEV005 | Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services |
| CHCDFV001 | Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
| CHCMGT005 | Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes |
| CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice |
| HLTWHS003 | Maintain work health and safety |
| BSBPEF401 | Manage personal health and wellbeing |
| CHCADV002 | Provide advocacy and representation services |
| CHCCCS038 | Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support |
| CHCCOM003 | Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCCSL001 | Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
| CHCFAM003 | Support people to improve relationship |
| CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
Work-Based Training
During Work-Based Training, you will be able to practice your skills and knowledge in real workplace settings. This will assist you to be job-ready> at graduation. Stanley College has entered into Work-Based-Training agreements with a number of employers.
All Work-Based Training is organised by Stanley College’s Employment Liaison Team in consultation with students. Before commencement of Work-Based Training, students are also required to provide:
- National Police Clearance (WA)^
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) screening certificate
- Medical Clearance may also be required
- Evidence of Flu Vaccination
- Current Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Evidence of COVID-19 Vaccination#
- Driver’s Licence**
All fees/charges associated with the additional documentation listed above are not included in course tuition fees and payment is the responsibility of the student.
ˆNational Police Certificate (NPC) contains a list of a person’s disclosable court outcomes and pending charges from all Australian police jurisdictions. This includes traffic and non-police prosecuted matters. Where a student has ‘disclosable outcomes or pending charges’ then this may impact Stanley College being able to successfully place them with a Work-Based Training Host Employer, which may impact students being able to successfully complete their studies.
#WA mandatory vaccination policy no longer applies, however the majority of employers providing work-based training places for this course, require students to be Fully Vaccinated = You have received at least two doses of a COVID-19 Vaccination AND a mandatory third dose when it is due (currently 3 months after 2nd dose)
**Note – Working in the Community Care or Aged Care sectors, including Work Based Training, may require you to be able to drive to be able to meet the needs of the clients. Therefore, it is recommended you have a valid driver’s licence for these courses.
>Completing a course at Stanley College, does not guarantee a migration outcome. If you decide you want to undertake further study or work in Australia, on graduation, you will need to check whether your visa allows this or whether you need to apply for a new visa by referring to www.homeaffairs.gov.au for more information.
Training and Assessment
For further information on where this qualification is trained/assessed and the types of assessment methods used, please click here.
Government Funding
For Domestic Students
Domestic Students may be entitled to Youth Allowance, Austudy/Abstudy or the Pensioner Education Supplement. For enquiries, please contact Centrelink on 132 490.
Other Expenses
For other fees and expenses, including Administration Fees, Health Cover, Recognition of Prior Learning, Late and Reassessment Fees, click here.
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