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The CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services reflects the role of community services workers involved in the delivery, management and coordination of person-centred services to individuals, groups, and communities. At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously within their scope of practice under broad directions from senior management. Workers support people to make change in their lives to improve personal and social wellbeing and may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers.
Classes are rostered for 3 days per week + self-study component.
Full-Time studies require students to attend a minimum of 20 scheduled course contact hours per week.
*The Materials Fee covers equipment and resources used in the delivery of your course at Stanley College.
Please familiarise yourself with the applicable Stanley College Refund and Cancellation Policy:
International Student Refund and Cancellation Policy
Local Student Refund and Cancellation Policy
Upper-Intermediate Level of English
OR
IELTS Test Score of 5.5
OR
Other recognised English Language tests such as:
OR
Completion of Australian qualifications, evidence of certificate III level (minimum duration 26 weeks) or above
No prerequisite entry requirements exist for this course.
This qualification suits students seeking a career in the following job roles:
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:
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.
ˆ National 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.
Students must successfully complete the following units:
| Unit code | Unit title |
|---|---|
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
| CHCCCS007 | Develop and implement service programs |
| CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCCSM013 | 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 |
For further information on where this qualification is trained/assessed and the types of assessment methods used, please click here.
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.
For Doemstic Students
Domestic Students may be entitled to Youth Allowance, Austudy/Abstudy or the Pensioner Education Supplement. For enquiries, please contact Centrelink on 132 490.
For other fees and expenses including Administration Fee, Health Cover, Recognition of Prior Learning, Late and Reassessment Fees click here
On completion of the CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services, students may pursue a bachelors degree at Stanley College or selected Bachelor courses at Universities.
The CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services qualification is superseded and has been replaced by the new CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services. Stanley College has now commenced delivering the new version of this qualification.
What does this mean?
All students enrolled in CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services must either successfully complete their studies OR transition into the new version of the qualification by no later than 31/07/2025. The students who do not successfully complete their studies and receive their award by this date will be required to transition to the updated qualification if they wish to continue their studies. Transition to the new version of this qualification may require students to pay additional costs and complete additional assessment work and/or work-based training hours.
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In the spirit of reconciliation, Stanley College acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders, past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.