Are you a people-person who loves their community? Want to play a role in making it even better on a full-time basis? If so, a career in community services could be calling your name. Check out some of the many reasons why community services course at TAFE may be the perfect fit for you and get started in this exciting and rewarding sector today.
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If you possess a passion for supporting and guiding people, then a career in community services is for you. The CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services will develop your skills in community services, case management and crisis enabling you to manage, co...
Are you looking for a qualification to set you apart in the Mental Health and Wellness space? The Dual Cert IV in Mental Health and Diploma of Community Services is a qualification designed for people looking to take that step further into working with...
Our nationally accredited CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services is perfect for those who enjoy helping people and would like to take the next step in their career by pursuing an exciting leadership role. The booming community services industry needs m...
Kick start your career in community services with a nationally recognised Certificate IV! This nationally recognised certificate is designed to develop skills and knowledge required to provide support, advocacy or interventions across a range of servic...
Elevate your passion for community betterment into a fulfilling career by enrolling in the CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services – a transformative educational experience. As a testament to the growing importance of this sector, the Australian Governm...
Forecasts indicate there will be around 6,000 new job openings each year until 2023, with a total of 30,000 job openings. This is due to diagnosed mental health issues being on the rise in Australia, so there is a need for more mental health workers in...
This qualification reflects the role of community service workers who design and deliver person-centred services to individuals and/or groups. Workers may provide support, advocacy or interventions to individual clients, groups or communities across a...
Our nationally accredited CHC43121 Certificate IV in Disability is designed to equip you with the skills to advocate for and empower vulernable people. You’ll unlock a vast range of different job opportunities and learn how to become an inspiring suppo...
The CHC51015 Diploma of Counselling will teach you a range of therapy techniques that you can use to get the best result for your clients. It will also give you the skills necessary to communicate effectively, work within a case management framework, a...
Our CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services qualification reflects the role of entry-level community services workers who support individuals by providing person-centred services. Work should include the day-to-day support of individuals in comm...
This Community Service Short Course is designed to provide aspiring professionals and those seeking professional development with a foundational skillset and knowledge in community services. This introductory course comprises 8 units from our nationall...
Get qualified with our nationally recognised CHC30215 Certificate III Community Services. This hands-on career is experiencing huge demand for workers, so you will graduate with many job opportunities. You will learn to support vulnerable and at-risk i...
Our nationally recognised CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work is designed to kick start your career in community services. Become a highly valued employee and learn the skills and knowledge you need to support and empower young people at risk. Unlock...
Like working within the community to help and guide others? The CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services is a course designed to develop your knowledge on helping others in a variety of community sectors. Covering off areas such as Case Management...
Counsellors are well sought after and the need for a good counsellor is increasing day by day. With the increase in people needing counselling for various issues this is a sought after career and good counsellors are highly successful. If you have a pa...
This qualification is designed for people looking to utilise their interpersonal skills to have a positive impact on those in need of counselling and community based care. This course will give an in depth understanding of how to use established counse...
Our nationally recognised CHC50421 Diploma of Youth Work is designed to advance your skills and studies in youth work by taking your career to the next level. Gain the practical knowledge needed to build strong relationships and empower young adults to...
Start your career in social work and contribute to supporting individuals, families and groups to resolve their crisis, social, and living situations. Social Workers have the unique opportunity to support and advocate for people in crisis or life trans...
Our nationally accredited CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health is designed to equip you with a broad understanding of mental health, which will allow you to make a huge difference in people’s well-being. Unlock diverse career opportunities and begi...
The CHC32015 – Certificate III in Community Services is a nationally recognised training qualification designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and information to help develop a successful career in the social services sector. CHC32015 –...
Community services help make our communities healthier and happier places by providing a wide range of support and services, to those residents, both young people, adults and older people, who are disadvantaged in some way, such as concerns with mental health. This often involves advocacy, awareness, child protection and engagement initiatives which are focused on health, social and environmental concerns.
Often described as the not-for-profit sector, most community service organisations operate via government funding and/or private donations, with many filling a need that the government simply doesn’t have the capacity to address.
Jobs in community services and community health can include any of the following:
Every year, millions of Australians benefit from the hard work and dedication of our community services industry, which now includes almost 16,000 organisations and upwards of 600,000 employees.
This vibrant industry has grown by 7.4% over the past five years alone and is expected to be worth more than $49 billion in the next year.
Most roles in community services and community development involve working business hours in an office setting, although meetings, projects and events will often take place during evenings and weekends as well. While jobs are found all over the country, most community services positions are currently located in NSW.
Salaries within the industry vary depending on your speciality, for example, family day care educators earn an average of $41,600, recreation officers earn $62,556, while case managers typically make around $72,607.
To be of maximum benefit to the community, there’s a lot you need to know, as a significant part of any community services role will involve connecting residents with the supports and services they need. there are so many community service courses available right across the country, with many being online or blended in nature to make it more convenient for you to study at TAFE where you want; when you want.
Certificate level community service courses provide a fast and easy way to learn the basics and provide an effective pathway into entry-level roles. Most programs can be completed in 12-18 months and whether you take case management courses, youth work programs, or aged care and disability courses, your qualifications will be recognised Australia-wide. One of the most widely studied courses is the Certificate IV in Community Services, or there’s the Certificate IV in Youth Work. There is also the Certificate III in Community Services. These courses are fundamental in developing the experience and knowledge that are essential in delivering personal and committed services to a range of groups in the community, including youths, families, children and those with disabilities. A certificate qualification develops skills such as building relationships, networking, communicating effectively as well as planning and conducting activities.
Those interested in advancing beyond entry-level roles will benefit from a diploma-level qualification, such as a Diploma of Community Services or even a Diploma of Social Work. These popular programs cover everything from facilitating groups, advocating for clients, and building networks through to a broad range of legal and ethical concerns. You can even focus your studies on the type of community service that interests you most. The duration is typically 18 months and typically don’t include any entry requirements. They are fantastic at developing a holistic approach to assisting a range of community groups and playing an important role in bettering the lives of the people around you.
Regardless of the course you choose, every community services course advertised here is taught by skilled and knowledgeable professionals and you’ll get all the support you need to reach your full potential every step of the way.
Some Community Services courses you can study:
These courses can be studied as an online course, or in-class at TAFE or an RTO in Australia. Community services courses generally include work placement in an environment where you can put your skills to the test, and get acquainted with your role in the industry.
Australia’s community services sector is booming at the moment, which is in large, being driven by our rapidly growing aged care industry. According to a recent study by the Australian Federal Government, strong growth is expected throughout the community services sector for at least the next 5-10 years, which means plenty of opportunities for new graduates right across the country.
It takes a special kind of person to thrive in community services, as this is a career that requires a passion for the health and happiness of the entire community. The following skills and talents will hold you in good stead;
If you’re ready to take the plunge into community services, you’ll find a wide selection of in-class and online programs to suit your unique needs and career aspirations.
So, what are you waiting for? Enquire on a course today and make a real difference to people’s lives with a career in community services.
