Learning Mode

Classroom (Lilydale)

Duration:

Classroom:7 - 9 Months

Next Intake:

Classroom:Rolling intake

Wanting to start your career in the community services or not-for-profit sector?

This course offers students the opportunity to learn about the community services sector and explore specific contexts of work. Skills will be developed in communication, working with diversity, workplace health and safety, administration support, and responding to clients.

Delivery Mode and Duration

Classroom | 7 - 9 Months
One day a week in the classroom.

Delivery Mode

Enrolments are accepted throughout the year, please speak with a friendly member of our team to learn more.

Classroom | 7 – 9 Months

Students must complete a minimum of 20 hours of volunteering in an organisation with a structured volunteer program. The volunteering must involve working as part of a team with paid and or unpaid staff. Cire trainers will provide support through regular contact and workplace visits where appropriate. Online self study activities run throughout the course.

Entry Requirements

Cire Training will assess prospective students’ existing skills, knowledge, and abilities (including Language Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) ability) and identify any specific needs to ensure that their chosen course is suitable.

Career opportunities

Employment options for graduates of this course include:

Community Support Worker
Youth Support Worker
Community and Neighbourhood Services Worker
Housing Support Worker
Aged Care Service Worker

Pathways

The Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015) lays the groundwork for diverse career opportunities within the community services sector while opening doors to further education.

Graduates can pursue roles such as Community Support Worker, Youth Support Worker, or Accommodation Support Worker. Additionally, this qualification serves as a stepping stone to advanced studies, including Certificate IV in Community Services, Disability, or Mental Health.

Units

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 workplace

Elective Units

BSBCMM211 – Apply communication skills
CHCCOM001 – Provide first point of contact
CHCVOL001 – Be an effective volunteer
BSBWOR301 – Organise personal work priorities and development
CHCCDE003 – Work within a community development framework
CHCPRT001 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
BSBCRT311 – Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment

Fees

Please note the below fees are listed as the total course cost and are inclusive of the tuition, resource, and amenities fees. The student tuition fees, as published, are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.

Skills First Government Subsidised Positions (Concession Card)
Tuition: $20
Amenities: $50
Text Book: $25
Uniform: $25
Total: $120

Skills First Government Subsidised Positions (Non Concession Card)
Tuition: $100
Amenities: $50
Text Book: $25
Uniform: $25
Total: $200

Fee For Service (Non Funded)
Tuition: $5,500
Amenities: $50
Text Book: $25
Uniform: $25
Total: $5,600

The eligibility criteria for accessing Skills First funding has changed, providing more funding options for students looking to study. We encourage you to speak to an enrolment officer to understand how this may impact you.

Disclaimer: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Eligibility criteria apply. Cire Services Inc. recognises qualifications issued by other RTOs. We encourage individuals with disabilities to access government-subsidised training.

Training Organisation Identification (TOID) 4150

Categories:

Community & Social Services Vocational Education & Training (VET)

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