CHC32015

Get the skills you need to undertake community work and provide support to a wide range of individuals and groups.

If you would like to work in the Community Services sector and support individuals by providing person-centred services or through implementing specific community-based programs, then this is the course for you!

Our experienced and passionate teachers will work with you to gain the skills you need to communicate and work effectively in Health or Community Services settings and work with people in a range of community services organisations. Specialist areas include working with individuals with special needs such as mental health issues, domestic violence, disability and child protection.

In this course, you will learn how to respond to client needs and follow safe work practices for direct client care, as well as how to manage personal stressors in the work environment. You will also have the chance to develop the skills and knowledge you need to provide day-to-day support in community settings, and learn how to refer clients to appropriate services and support and provide assistance with client entitlements and benefits.

On-campus students will also get the opportunity to work with community organisations to complete a workplace project placement. The project will be developed in partnership with a community organisation to meet a specific need of the community – for example, activities surrounding Mental Health Week, RUOK Day, Communities for Children and Harmony Day.

On successful completion of this course, you will be qualified to seek employment as a Community Services Worker in a variety of community organisations. You may also wish to enrol in further study at TasTAFE in a Certificate IV or Diploma-level Community Services qualification, or go on to university to undertake an undergraduate degree in a related area.

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Entry

This course has the following essential entry requirements:

Applicants will need to provide evidence of:

Working with Vulnerable People Check

All applicants need to provide evidence of English and Maths at year 10 level or equivalent or complete the Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) to the ACSF level 2/L3

English and maths at year 10 level or equivalent may mean:

Previous trade certificate or other Certificate III course;

NAPLAN 9 Band 8;

Completion of a Certificate II level course in a similar Human related discipline (e.g. – Community Services or Health or Introduction to Health course); or

English as second language level 5.5. (EAP or EAL or any of the above).

If none of the above evidence is provided;

Complete the (BKSB) prior to entry to the course to the ASCF level 2/L3.

To make sure this course is right for you, please think about the important personal attributes and physical requirements that may be necessary for this course.

While some requirements of the course may be met with reasonable adjustment, you will need to make sure that you are physically able to undertake the tasks required to complete this course.

Fees, payments and other costs

The fee you pay at TasTAFE will depend on the course you choose and may vary depending on the level of government subsidy available, the cost of delivery, any previous study you have undertaken and/or your personal circumstances. Tuition fees for this course are available at the top of the page via the Fee Calculator.

Your tuition fees cover the basic materials needed for your course, but may not cover items such as text books, workbooks, uniform, online learning resources or personal protective clothing. Depending on your course, there may also be other expenses that you need to budget for.

For this course, you will need to pay for the following items:

A Working Vulnerable People registration ($19)

Further information on fees, payments and other costs.

Recognition of prior learning and skills

It makes sense that you should be recognised for the things you already know how to do.

TasTAFE can assess your skills and knowledge based on your previous education, work history or life experience – which may help you to gain your qualification a whole lot faster!

More information on the recognition process is available on our recognition of prior learning and skills page.

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to help you demonstrate the skills and knowledge you learn in your course and are an essential part of your training. Assessments allow us to confirm that you can perform tasks to the standard required in the workplace, and that you can meet all of the requirements of your course.

While studying at TasTAFE, you may be assessed in a number of different ways. Some common assessment methods include:

completing workplace documents
observations on the job and/or in a simulated assessment environment
quizzes/multiple choice tests
research projects
tests – written or practical
verbal questioning
work samples
written assignments or short answers.

Desirable skills & attributes

The following skills and attributes will be useful to students studying this course:

ability to read, write and understand documents for example; reports, policies, and procedures
ability to listen to others and give full attention, taking time to understand and asking questions as appropriate (active listening)
ability to model appropriate social and non-verbal behaviour
ability to be responsible for others’ health and safety
ability to demonstrate good interpersonal skills and communication skills
ability to work independently or as part of a team.

What will I need to bring?

Make sure you are prepared for each class and bring standard items like pens, paper/notebook, USB etc.

Depending on your course, you might need access to a computer with Microsoft Software Suite and internet and a current email address. TasTAFE has computer labs at regional campuses which are open for students to access during normal business hours.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment.

Outcome and units

CHC32015 - Certificate III In Community Services

Core units
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

Career opportunities

Community Services Worker
Neighbourhood Centre Worker
Youth Support Worker

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Career opportunities

Community Services Worker
Neighbourhood Centre Worker
Youth Support Worker

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Get the skills you need to undertake community work and provide support to a wide range of individuals and groups.

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Certificate III In Community Services

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Get the skills you need to undertake community work and provide support to a wide range of individuals and groups.

Interested in starting this course?

Career opportunities

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