Certificate III in Community Services
5 CRICOS providers offer this course to international students in 4 Australian cities. Typical tuition for the whole course is AUD $5,100 - $9,000, and it usually takes about 9 months.
- Typical tuition, whole course
- AUD $5,100 - $9,000
- Course length
- 6 mo - 1 yr
- Providers
- 5 providers
- Cities
- 4 cities
Some providers include a work placement
Typical = the middle 80% of CRICOS tuition fees across providers. Full range AUD $5,100 - $9,000. Fees change, so confirm with the provider.
CHC32015 · Welfare Studies
What it prepares you for
The national register links it to 18 job titles, listed below.
You complete 12 units: 5 core and 7 electives chosen by the provider.
Some providers include a work placement.
From the national register
This qualification reflects the role of entry level community services workers who support individuals through the provision of person-centred services. Work may include day-to-day support of individuals in community settings or support the implementation of specific community-based programs.
At this level, work takes place under the direction of others and supervision may be direct or indirect. Work may take place in a range of community services organisations.
What you study
5 core units every student completes, plus 7 electives chosen by the provider. Unit names as listed in the official qualification.
- CHCCCS016Respond to client needs
- CHCCOM005Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
- HLTWHS002Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- HLTWHS006Manage personal stressors in the work environment
Where it can take you
Typical jobs for this qualification, as listed on training.gov.au.
Residential Support Worker
Residential Support Workers work in residential and non-residential facilities under direct supervision, carrying out activities related to the maintenance of a child or young person at risk. They develop and implement programs aimed at helping young people achieve their goals and enhance their participation in the community.
Aboriginal Intake and Referral Worker
Aboriginal Intake and Referral Workers provide intake and referral services to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people who require information or services, including assessment, solution based crisis intervention and case management of short-term clients.
Community care worker
Workers provide a range of individualised person-centred support services to individuals or families. Workers carry out support with an orientation toward any of the following: mental health, homelessness, aged care, disabilities, youth work, victims of domestic violence or child protection.
Client Contact
Client Contacts provide up to date advice and information on the functions and benefits available in the locations where community services officers work. The tasks may include conducting interviews with attending clients, or handling telephone and written enquiries regarding eligibility for concessions.
Aboriginal Community Development Worker
Aboriginal Community Development Workers work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community groups to identify their needs, participate in decision-making and develop appropriate services and facilities to meet those needs.
Weekend Recreational Activities Officer
Weekend Recreational Activities Officers provide assistance and support in the planning of activities and leading group activities in residential care homes during weekends.
Welfare Support WorkerSupport Worker (Community Services)Recreational Activities OfficerNeighbourhood Centre WorkerYouth WorkerJuvenile Justice OfficerYouth Housing Support WorkerAssistant Community WorkerYouth case workerYouth Support WorkerAboriginal Youth WorkerAccommodation Support Worker+12 more roles
Registration and next steps
- No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Cities that offer it
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Levels in the same field
Many students start lower and move up: a Certificate IV or Diploma can lead into a Bachelor degree, often with credit for what you have already studied.
- 01Certificate III · This courseCertificate III in Community Services5 providersAUD $5,100 - $9,000
- 02DiplomaDiploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention1 providerAUD $12,600
- 03Bachelor DegreeBachelor of Community and Human Services2 providersAUD $90,000
- 04Grad. CertificateGraduate Certificate in Human Services1 providerAUD $17,250
- 05MastersMaster of Cultural Material Conservation1 providerAUD $102,884
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