CHC32015

Certificate III in Community Services

Learning Mode

Online/Face to Face

Location

Adelaide, Port Augusta, Berri

Duration

12 months

Study Load

Full Time

Course Overview

Kickstart a rewarding career in community services and make a real difference.

Do you have a passion for helping others? Strong people skills? A desire to contribute to social change? The Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015) is your pathway to a meaningful career supporting individuals and communities.

This nationally recognised qualification equips you with the skills and knowledge to assist people from all backgrounds and with diverse needs, under the guidance of experienced practitioners. With our supportive learning environment, you’ll graduate ready to impress employers across a variety of community service roles.

Why Choose This Course?

  • High Demand Careers: Step into a growing sector with strong job opportunities in community services, aged care, disability, and youth support.
  • Make a Difference: Use your people skills and passion to help individuals and communities thrive every day.
  • Hands-On Learning: Gain practical experience through blended online and face-to-face workshops, plus a supported workplace placement.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Certificate III in Community Services are qualified to work in entry-level positions across diverse community service settings. Typical roles include:

  • Support Worker

  • Case Worker

  • Client Contact Officer

  • Community Development Worker (paid or voluntary)

Pathways for Further Study

After completing the Certificate III, you can progress to:

These qualifications open doors to higher-level roles and specialised areas within the sector.

Why Study With AISR?

  • Delivered by Relationships Australia SA, a trusted leader in community and family services

  • Supportive learning environment with expert trainers

  • Flexible study design to fit around work and personal commitments

  • Pathways into advanced study and leadership roles

This course is nationally recognised and accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority.
If you have experience or have studied in a relevant field you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning.

Prerequisites

No prerequisties required

Units of Competency

1 The World of Work

  • CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
  • HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
  • CHCPRT001 Identify and respond to children and young people at risk

2 Communication, Diversity and Interacting with Others

  • CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
  • CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
  • CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients

3 Responding to Issues in Community Work

  • CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
  • CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
  • CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues

4 Frontline Responses

  • HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
  • CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs
  • CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact Recognition of prior learning (RPL) credit may be granted for relevant prior study or experience. For more details on the RPL process, visit: RPL page

Fee

$3500 Full Fee

$1000 (Gap Fee) for participants eligible for SA Government subsidies

$300 (Fee Gap) for participants eligible for SA Government subsidies with valid Health Care, Pensioner or Veteran Affairs concession cards

Visit Skills SA to check your eligibility

For more information visit our fees and payments page

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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the cultural, spiritual and economic sovereignty of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We understand that the ongoing violation of this sovereignty continues to harm Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s relationships, health, wellbeing and aspirations.

We are committed to strengthening the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.

We recognise that respecting and nurturing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities is a benefit for all Australians.

We especially honour the Kaurna Elders of the Adelaide Plains and the Elders of the River Murray and Mallee Region, which includes: Ngaiawang, Ngawait, Nganguruku, Erawirung, Ngintait, Ngaraite, Ngarkat and small parts of Maraura and Daanggali, and Elders of Barngarla Country in the Far North and Boandik Land in Mount Gambier, upon whose country Relationships Australia South Australia offices are located.

As educators we recognise the Ancient Universities and ways of knowing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have existed for millennia, and we respect and honour First Nations expertise.