Certificate IV in Community Services

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National code: CHC42015 Certificate (TAFE) Croydon, Hawthorn, Wantirna Send me a link to this course

The Certificate IV in Community Services provides students with the knowledge and skills to work in the community services sector in residential and community settings. Students will learn how to provide a holistic approach to client needs, including social, emotional, psychological and practical support.

Delivery methods include face-to-face class time, online work and project work.

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Duration

1 year full-time

Intakes

Croydon (August)
Hawthorn (August)
Wantirna (March, August) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Full-time

VTAC course codes

3400210544
Hawthorn (fee type determined by provider)
3401010544
Wantirna (fee type determined by provider)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

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Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

Gain the knowledge and skills to work in the community services sector in residential and community settings. You will learn how to provide a holistic approach to client needs, including social, emotional, psychological and practical support.

The course includes a mix of delivery methods including face-to-face classes, online and project work.

Study areas include: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety; domestic and family violence; alcohol and other drug work; mental health; homelessness; and, children and young people at risk.

Course structure

To be awarded this qualification, students will need to complete 15 units (seven core and eight elective units).

The course includes a mix of delivery methods including face-to-face class time, online work and project work.

Units of study

Core units

Students are required to complete the following units:

Facilitate the interests and rights of clients (CHCADV001)
Assess co-existing needs (CHCCCS004)
Use communication to build relationships (CHCCOM002)
Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)
Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships (CHCPRP001)
Maintain work health and safety (HLTWHS003)

Elective units

Students are required to complete the following units:
Work in an alcohol and other drug context (CHCAOD001)

Recognise and respond to crisis situations (CHCCCS019)

Respond to suspected abuse (CHCCCS021)

Work within a community development framework (CHCCDE003)
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence (CHCDFV001)

Work with people with mental health issues (CHCMHS001)

Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness (CHCSOH001)
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety (CHCDIV002)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

You could go on to work in community services and welfare organisations in roles such as a: community services worker; case worker; family support worker; outreach officer; welfare worker; or, family violence worker.

Aims and objectives

The course aims to provide graduates with the knowledge, skills and values to perform competently in the role of community services worker.

Graduate skills

On completion of this qualification, students will be expected to be able to design and deliver programs that aim to enhance the well-being of individuals and groups. Students will be prepared for further studies in the field and may apply for the Diploma of Community Services.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Free TAFE! You could have your tuition fees for this course covered in 2020 thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative. Find out about your eligibility for Free TAFE.

Certificate IV in Community Services Estimated course fees for 2020*
You will need to pay this amount	Fully covered	$2,190	$8,890

Estimated course fees for 2020*

For students who are granted a Free TAFE place

For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

You will need to pay this amount

Fully covered

$2,190

$8,890

Skills First
If you’re deemed eligible, you could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

This course is delivered with state government funding.

Alternative study methods

2020 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year (for full-time students)
Concession	$438	$438

Indicative nominal course hours: 920.

Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted for this course, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.

Concession rates on tuition fees

Concessions provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications. You may be eligible for a concession rate on tuition fees if you:

are eligible for a government-subsidised training place in a Certificate I–IV; OR
identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are eligible for a government-subsidised training place in a TAFE certificate, diploma or advanced diploma.

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Entry requirements

Applicants must have a minimum of Year 12 or equivalent and be at least 17 years of age.

Non school leavers without formal qualifications are welcome to apply.

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.

Find out more

Submit an online enquiry
Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE

Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

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