Course Overview
A Certificate III in Community Services is ideal for those who thrive in person-centred roles, for both individuals and/or groups.
Participants will be taught a range of day-to-day skills to support 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.
Successful completion of this qualification will achieve a Nationally Recognised Certificate.
| Qualification Name | Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015) |
| Course Duration | 12 Months |
| Course Delivery | Online Blended Learning Classroom |
| Course Fee | Enquire Now for further information |
What you will learn
- Effectively communicate and act as an advocate for clients
- Learn about advocacy, community development, client needs assessment, teamwork and support group activities
- The skills required to support people with mental health issues
- The skills required to support and protect children and young people who are at risk of harm.
Job Prospects
- Community Health Support Worker
- Youth Support Worker
- Case Support Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Case Manager
Study Pathways
- CHC42015 – Certificate IV in Community Services (Available with AETS)
- CHC52015 – Diploma of Community Services (Available with AETS)
Entry Requirements
Participants are required to be competent in English and will undertake a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy Assessment (LLN) prior to commencing the training.
Course Structure
This is a nationally recognised qualification.
Participants need to complete 12 units of competency.
• 5 Core Units
• 7 Elective Units
| Units | Core / Elective | Description |
| CHCCCS016 | Core | Respond to client needs |
| CHCCOM005 | Core | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Core | Work with diverse people |
| HLTWHS002 | Core | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| HLTWHS006 | Core | Manage personal stress in the work environment |
| CHCCOM001 | Elective | Provide first point of contact |
| CHCMHS001 | Elective | Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCDIS007 | Elective | Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability |
| CHCPRT001 | Elective | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| CHCCCS015 | Elective | Provide individualised support |
| CHCDFV001 | Elective | Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence |
| CHCAGE001 | Elective | Facilitate the empowerment of older people |
Unique Student Identifier (USI)
A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required for students undertaking nationally recognised training (qualifications, accredited courses, skill sets and units of competency) unless exempt.
This includes international students studying in Australia. If you don’t have a USI you will not receive your qualification or statement of attainment.