CHC52021 – Diploma of Community Services (Child Youth And Family Welfare, Case Management)
- Duration:
14 Months
- Delivery Mode:
Blended (virtual classes) or Workplace Training
- Start Date:
Enroll Anytime
- Recognition:
Nationally Recognised Training
Quality Assurance: As a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Hammond Institute operates within the Vocational Education and Training Quality Framework (VETQF) & the Australian Qualification Framework (AQF) delivering nationally recognised qualifications and units of competency.
Course Overview
CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services (Child Youth And Family Welfare) reflects the role of community services workers involved in the delivery, management and coordination of person-centered 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. They may also undertake case management and program coordination.
Job Outcomes
– Community Care or Case Manager
– Community Care or Case Coordinator
– Community Worker
– Community Program Coordinator
The following employment pathways are available to learners who complete a Diploma in Community Services (Child Youth and Family Welfare)
- Community Care or Case Coordinator
- Community Care or Case Manager
- Community Program Coordinator
There are NO previous work or education requirements for entry into this course. Students may enroll directly in the diploma-level course without completing lower-ranked qualifications.
Graduates can expect higher course levels to result in higher potential salaries, positions, and skill capabilities.
Students must satisfy the following age, English, and Academic requirements:
- Age: must be 18 years or over
- Undertake Pre-Training Review
- Undertake LLN and digital numeracy assessment: Learning, reading, writing, oral communication, and numeracy (ACSF Level 3) are desirable to participate in the course.
- Moderate level of computer literacy and has access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone with internet access
Skills First Funding Available
For a full list of fees, please refer to our Statement of Fees.
To qualify for Victorian government-subsidized training fees, the candidate must meet the Skills First eligibility criteria.
To check your eligibility, contact us at 03 8370 3170 or 0435 334 552
Delivery methods:
The range of delivery methods may include, but is not limited to the following:
- Lectures / Instructions
- Pre-reading
- Demonstrations and modeling
- Practice opportunities
- Brainstorming activities
- Group discussions.
- Guided facilitation of individual or group learning activities, group work or project-based case studies.
Delivery Structure:
- The delivery structure is comprised of classroom training sessions, structured learning such as training support, learning activities, self-paced (to allow the learners to absorb and reflect on their learning), workshops, and work placement.
- The unit of competency will be delivered and assessed as a stand-alone unit.
Delivery Locations:
- Blended (Live Virtual Class)
- Dandenong (Level 1, 243 Lonsdale Str.,
- Dandenong 3175 VIC)
Werribee (Suite 20, 2-14 Station Pl., Werribee 3030 VIC)
Note:
Additional locations may be allocated to meet a group of learner cohort’s needs and based on demand (if practicable for the RTO)
The further study pathways available to learners who undertake a Diploma of Community Services include:
- CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management
- CHC82015 Graduate Certificate in Client Assessment and Case Management
Assessment methods may include:
- Knowledge Questions
- Written Assignment & Case Studies
- Workplace Assessment
- Log Book
- Projects / Research Reviews
All assessments will be conducted in accordance with the Training Package requirements, Principles of Assessment, and Rules of Evidence (https://www.asqa.gov.au/standards/chapter-4/clauses-1.8-1.12)
The purpose of the placement is to provide students with the opportunity to apply the theoretical knowledge gained in the classroom to a practical setting and to develop the necessary skills and attributes to work in the sector.
To achieve the Diploma of Community Services (Child Youth And Family Welfare) qualification the candidate must have completed at least 200 hours of work placement as detailed in the assessment requirements of the units of competency.
If a student is unable to find an appropriate work placement, Hammond Institute will assist in finding the work placement.
Able to obtain the following security checks before the start of work placement:
- Valid Police Checks (with no disclosures)
- Valid Working with the Children Check
Students need to remember that the placement component of the course is an integral part of their learning journey and will provide valuable experience and networking opportunities in the sector.
The Diploma of Community Services (Child Youth And Family Welfare, Case Management) is made up of 20 units. This covers 12 core units and 8 elective units.
Core Units:
- CHCCCS004: Assess co-existing needs
- CHCCCS007: Develop and implement service programs
- CHCCCS019: Recognise and respond to crises
- CHCCSM013: Facilitate and review case management
- CHCDEV005: Analyse the 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 your professional practice
- HLTWHS003: Maintain work health and safety
Industry Suggested Electives:
- CHCCSM009: Facilitate goal-directed planning
- CHCCSM010: Implement case management practice
- CHCPRT027: Work collaboratively to maintain an environment safe for children and young people
- CHCCSM014: Provide case management supervision
- CHCCSM015: Undertake case management in a child protection framework
- CHCPRT025: Identify and report children and young people at risk
- CHCPOL003: Research and apply evidence to practice
- CHCAOD004: Assess the needs of clients with alcohol and other drug issues
Other elective options are available. Discuss options with the course coordinator.
Credit Transfer and RPL offered: Recognition of prior learning and skills assessment.
Hammond Institute does not use brokers or deliver this course through third party arrangements.
Job Facts
$1,328
Weekly Pay
46,700 workers
Employment Size
Strong
Future Growth
High skill
Skill Level Rating
36.2% Full-Time
Full-Time Share
77.1% female
Gender Share
Source: Department of Employment. For full details on Community Worker visit Job Outlook