C
ERTIFICATE III IN COMMUNITY SERVICES WORKThis qualification is part of the Community Services Training Package. This qualification applies to community work delivered through a broad range of services to individuals and groups. This level is appropriate for support workers, caseworkers and client contact officers. Generally, these positions:
- Have a direct contact with clients
- Identify presenting needs
- Refer to appropriate services and support
Course Content/Structure
There are 13 units of competency which make up a Certificate III in Community Services Work. Competency is required in all 13 units. There are 11 compulsory units and 2 electives to achieve this qualification.
Skills Recognition - Exemptions/Transfers
Students may be eligible for exemptions/credit transfers on the basis of previous qualifications.
Further Study Links
Participants successfully completing this course may apply for entry into a CHC41202 Certificate IV in Community Services Advocacy, CHC41602 Certificate IV in Community Services (Lifestyle and Leisure), or CHC50802 Diploma of Community Services (Lifestyle and Leisure).
Fees and Charges
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You may be eligible for fee assistance or other forms of Funding and Incentives. Please contact us to enquire.
Qualification
As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised. On successful completion students will be awarded the Certificate III in Community Services Work.
Compulsory Units| Code | Module Name |
| CHCADMIN5C | Work within the administration protocols of the organisation |
| CHCCD12D | Apply a community development framework |
| CHCCOM2B | Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues |
| CHCCS301A | Work within a legal and ethical framework |
| CHCCS401A | Facilitate cooperative behaviour |
| CHCCS402A | Respond holistically to client issues |
| CHCINF2B | Maintain organisation's information systems |
| CHCORG3B | Participate in the work environment |
| CHCOHS302A | Participate in safety procedures for direct care work |
| CHCCS8A | Provide first point of contact |
| CHCGROUP2C | Support group activities |
Elective Units(select 2)
| Code | Module Name |
| CHCDIS3C | Provide services to people with disabilities |
| CHCAC2C | Provide personal care |
Optional Electives
| CHCCS303A* | Provide Physical Assistance with Medication (2 day program) Note: There is a required level of numeracy and literacy skills to be able to complete this unit. Students interested in this unit will need to satisfactorily meet the requirements in an entrance test. |
| HLTFA301B | Apply First Aid |