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Course overview

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Locations

North
Alanvale

Attendance options

Short course

Study type

Mixed Learning

Tuition Fees

Commercial $ 310.00

Additional fees may apply. For more information, see Fees, payments and other costs.

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Please note: The course overview is intended as a guide only. Not all courses are available at all locations or through all study types and attendance options. Please check Locations, Dates and Times below or enquire for further information.

Build confident, safe and ethical practice in community and health services settings

The Professional Practice and Well being Skill Set is designed to strengthen the essential professional behaviours required when working in community services, youth work and related health settings.

This course focuses on safe work practices, ethical decision making and reflective professional practice, supporting participants to work confidently within legal, organisational and practice frameworks while maintaining their own wellbeing at work.

It is ideal for current community services or youth work employees, volunteers, and support workers, as well as those seeking to refresh skills or gain recognition of current practice. Students who are working or volunteering in settings such as community organisations, schools, early learning services or non government organisations will find the course particularly relevant. During the course, learners develop the skills and knowledge to:

Work safely and follow workplace health and safety procedures
Reflect on professional practice to improve the support they provide to others
Apply legal, ethical and organisational frameworks in daily work
Manage personal stressors and maintain professional wellbeing

The course emphasises practical, workplace relevant learning that can be immediately applied in real work contexts.

This course is delivered over 10 weeks using a mixed-mode approach combining face to face workshops with online learning through Canvas. Learners can expect to commit approximately 6 hours per week, including attendance at five on-campus sessions throughout the course (totalling around 5 hours per fortnight), 2–3 hours per week completing online learning activities and resources, and approximately 1 hour per week for independent study and assessment preparation. This flexible delivery model is designed to support learners who are working or volunteering while studying.

Successful completion of this skill set may support entry into, or credit towards, further study such as Certificate IV in Community Services (CHC42021), Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work(CHC43515) and Diploma of Community Services (CHC52025).

Please Note:This skill set supports professional practice rather than a specific licensed role.

The Professional Practice and Well being Skill Set is designed to strengthen the essential professional behaviours required when working in community services, youth work and related health settings.

Work safely and follow workplace health and safety procedures
Reflect on professional practice to improve the support they provide to others
Apply legal, ethical and organisational frameworks in daily work
Manage personal stressors and maintain professional wellbeing

The course emphasises practical, workplace relevant learning that can be immediately applied in real work contexts.

Please Note:This skill set supports professional practice rather than a specific licensed role.

Locations, dates & times

Campus	Date	Attendance/Duration	Study type	Apply/Enquire
North
Alanvale	12 Oct 2026 - 11 Dec 2026	Short course Every second Wednesday on campus, 9.30am to 2.30pm (A Block)	Mixed Learning	Enquire now

Entry

All applicants will need to be 18 years old at the time of enrolment.

Fees, payments and other costs

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 courses undertaken in 12 months or less, you will be invoiced the full course fee (including any other essential fees associated with your course).

*For courses studied over multiple years, your course and other fees will be split over the years of study, with the concession fee being charged on a yearly basis. At the time of enrolment you will be invoiced for the first year’s fees. An invoice will be raised in each subsequent year around the same time as your ‘enrolment anniversary’.

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:

An interest in community services or youth work
Strong communication skills
A willingness to reflect on and improve their professional practice
Commitment to ethical, respectful and safe work practices
Ability to work collaboratively within teams
Awareness of workplace responsibilities and boundaries

What you will need

There are different requirements depending on the course you are enrolled in.

Although not required, it is recommended that you have access to a computer with a reliable internet connection. Upon enrolment TasTAFE supply students a Microsoft Office license for the purpose of completing your study; including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Defender (Internet Security). TasTAFE has computers available for student use during normal business hours, at all major campuses.

For classes, please be prepared with standard items such as pens, notebook or paper, USB.

You may also need to bring specific equipment, tools or personal protective equipment, your teacher will let you know.

Licensing and other requirements Outcome and units

On successful completion of this course you will receive a Statement of Attainment for successfully completed units.

Below is a list of all core units that TasTAFE offers in this course.

Core units
CHCPRP003	Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCPRT029	Work within a practice framework
HLTWHS006	Manage personal stressors in the work environment

Career opportunities

Community Services Worker
Youth Support Worker
Community Support Worker
Residential or Out of Home Care Support Worker
Volunteer Support Worker
Workplace Support or Program Assistant

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Career opportunities

Community Services Worker
Youth Support Worker
Community Support Worker
Residential or Out of Home Care Support Worker
Volunteer Support Worker
Workplace Support or Program Assistant

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