Overview
*This course is subsidised through WorkReady. Eligibility and subsidy criteria apply. To check your eligibility visit www.skills.sa.gov.au
This qualification aims to provide participants with the skills and knowledge to:
- Respond to clients and identify presenting needs.
- Refer to services, support and assistance.
This qualification reflects the role of entry level community services workers who support individuals through the provision of person-centred services under the direction of others.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Employment Opportunities
Community Services Sector roles include:
- support worker
- caseworker
- client contact officer
- or community development worker in a paid or voluntary capacity.
Over the years to November 2019, the number of job openings for community workers is expected to be above average. The most common level of educational attainment for Welfare Support Workers is Certificate III/IV (24.6 per cent). (Source Job Outlook, an Australian Government initiative http://joboutlook.gov.au/occupation.aspx?code=4117&search=&Tab=prospects )
Cost
Full Fee: $500 Application Fee (Non Refundable), $3000 Tuition Fee (Payment Plans Available)
WorkReady Subsidised Tuition: $500 Application Fee (Non Refundable), $350 Tuition Fee.
Duration
6 - 8 Months
Delivery Mode
Blended Learning
Commitment
Number of Face to Face days: 23
On the Job Requirements: Participants will be required to undertake work placement activities within an appropriate organisation or agency (where appropriate).
Off the Job Requirements: Participants will be required to undertake self-directed learning outside of classroom delivery.
Recognition
You may be eligible for Recognition for this qualification. Please see the Recognition Application Kit for more details.
Qualification Pathways
Eligible to undertake further qualifications at Certificate IV or Diploma level, such as the Certificate IV in Community Services.
Key Dates
- Semester 1, 2018Induction: 21 February, 2018
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Employment Opportunities
Community Services Sector roles include:
- support worker
- caseworker
- client contact officer
- or community development worker in a paid or voluntary capacity.
Over the years to November 2019, the number of job openings for community workers is expected to be above average. The most common level of educational attainment for Welfare Support Workers is Certificate III/IV (24.6 per cent). (Source Job Outlook, an Australian Government initiative http://joboutlook.gov.au/occupation.aspx?code=4117&search=&Tab=prospects )
Cost
Full Fee: $500 Application Fee (Non Refundable), $3000 Tuition Fee (Payment Plans Available)
WorkReady Subsidised Tuition: $500 Application Fee (Non Refundable), $350 Tuition Fee.Duration
6 - 8 Months
Delivery Mode
Blended Learning
Commitment
Number of Face to Face days: 23
On the Job Requirements: Participants will be required to undertake work placement activities within an appropriate organisation or agency (where appropriate).
Off the Job Requirements: Participants will be required to undertake self-directed learning outside of classroom delivery.
Recognition
You may be eligible for Recognition for this qualification. Please see the Recognition Application Kit for more details.
Qualification Pathways
Eligible to undertake further qualifications at Certificate IV or Diploma level, such as the Certificate IV in Community Services.
Key Dates
- Semester 1, 2018Enrolment Close: 12 February 2018Course Start: 21 February 2018
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