Community & Health

Community Services

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Certificate IV in Community Services Work

DurationUp to 12 months Full Time or Part Time equivalent
National CodeCHC40708
TAFE SA CodeMYH
Course TypeTraining Package Qualification
Course UnitsView Units
Example Career ProfilesCareers CounsellorCareers Counsellor,  Counsellor and Community WorkerCounsellor and Community Worker
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Campus Locations for Course Delivery

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 Campus SATAC
Code
Application Study Mode Study Load
Full / Part Time
Scheduled
2Gilles Plains Closed Check StatusOn CampusFTDay Only
2Gilles Plains Closed Check StatusOn CampusPTDay Only
Noarlunga Closed Check StatusOn CampusPTDay & Evening
Noarlunga Closed Check StatusOn CampusFTDay & Evening
nPort Adelaide Closed Check StatusOn & Off CampusPTDay Only
Port Lincoln Closed Check StatusExternalFT & PT 
Salisbury Closed Check StatusOn CampusFTDay Only
Salisbury Closed Check StatusOn CampusPTDay Only
2Duration at this campus is 6 months full time or part time equivalent. The course requires attendance at on campus workshops, individual and/or group study, and industry field location participation and involvement. The vocational placement industry component of the qualification takes place in conjunction with the City of Campbelltown Council with a community development focus and at Bower Place CNC in the city, with a case management / counselling focus.
nThis course is offered by TAFE SA through Bower Place, a counselling and research facility in Gawler Place, adjacent to Rundle Mall. The main component of study takes place at Bower Place working with highly skilled practitioners in the Complex Needs Clinic developing skills in being first point of contact for clients. Students attend Bower Place one day a week. Further skills and knowledge will be developed through e-learning opportunities and field placements in Community Services settings.

Course Admission Requirements

any one of

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 Campus SATAC
Code
Application Study Mode Study Load
Full / Part Time
Scheduled
nPort Adelaide Closed Check StatusOn & Off CampusFTDay Only
nThis course is offered by TAFE SA through Bower Place, a counselling and research facility in Gawler Place, adjacent to Rundle Mall. The main component of study takes place at Bower Place working with highly skilled practitioners in the Complex Needs Clinic developing skills in being first point of contact for clients. Students attend Bower Place one day a week. Further skills and knowledge will be developed through e-learning opportunities and field placements in Community Services settings.

Course Admission Requirements (for Competitive Applications)

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Selection criteria is only used when there are more applicants for the course than places available. Applicants will be ranked in the following order:

  1. Certificate III in Community Services and Health related area

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 Campus SATAC
Code
Application Study Mode Study Load
Full / Part Time
Scheduled
 Port Lincoln Closed Check Status Workplace PT 
  • TAFE SA can recognise the skills (RPL) you already have. If you are not able to take time off work to study, TAFE SA will provide any additional training to you while you are on the job, and at your workplace/worksite.
  • The duration of a workplace course is determined by the study plan.
  • Read more about training in the workplace for existing workers.

Course Admission Requirements

  • You must be working in a related industry and provide evidence of this when you enrol.

Course Notes

  • A satisfactory police check will be required at the expense of the student prior to commencing a vocational work placement or gaining employment. All students are required to complete vocational placements (unless currently employed in an appropriate setting) and be assessed in the workplace. Most organisations also require Child Safe Environments and Senior First Aid Certificates.

How to Apply

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Note: You must be an Australian Resident to apply for this course. For International Students please visit International Courses.

Employment Outcomes

This qualification applies to workers who provide a wide range of services and interventions to clients, and/or who implement community based education and interventions. Work may take place in a range of contexts such as community based organisations, residential rehabilitation services and outreach services and workers may have supervisory responsibilities.

Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

Qualifications & Skills Covered

Certificate IV in Community Services Work
9 core units: Work within a community development framework; Identify and respond to children and young people at risk; Use targeted communication skills to build relationships; Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework; Work effectively in the community sector; Deliver and develop client services; Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately; Maintain an effective work environment; Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers; plus 5 elective units.

Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency within this Qualification will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Fees

This course is funded through the Government of South Australia's Skills for All initiative. To find out if you may be eligible for this funding please answer the following questions: