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West Australian Institute of Further Studies

Diploma of Community Services

  • Diploma

Our Diploma of Community Services is perfect for those who have a passion for working with a community and helping disadvantaged individuals.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
52 weeks full-time
Course Code
CHC52021
Intake Months
Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec

About this course

Our Diploma of Community Services is perfect for those who have a passion for working with a community and helping disadvantaged individuals. This course provides you with the knowledge to be able to successfully develop and implement service programs, work in a multicultural environment and promote diversity, as well as facilitate workplace support processes. Throughout your study, you will be exposed to the different sectors available, helping to assist and guide you when it comes to choosing which type you would like to enter and work for in the future.

On completion of this course you will be able to assess the needs of a community and use strategies to find resources to best help communities to become dependent on themselves, as well as being knowledgeable when it comes to legal and ethical compliance.

Possible job outcomes from completing this course include:

  • Housing Manager
  • Social Housing Coordinator
  • Community Services Case Manager

*Please note all WAIFS courses are also offered via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

This course will be delivered and assessed via classroom delivery, simulated environments, work-based training, portfolios, presentations, knowledge questions, and written assessments.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of Year 12 (or equivalent).

For International Students studying vocational (VET) course/s only; IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

For International students studying English (ELICOS) and a VET course; IELTS 5.0 or equivalent and 20 weeks of ELICOS or IELTS 5.5 or equivalent and 10 weeks of ELICOS.

Study locations

Perth

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