Certificate III in Community Services

CHC30108 Certificate III COURSE OUTLINE

Community Services

About the Certificate III in Community Services

The Certificate III in Community Services course is a broad-based program with focus on either community services or community development work. It will prepare you for community work in a range of services for individuals and groups and it involves direct contact with clients; identifying their needs and referring appropriate services and support.

It will teach you the broad range of knowledge and skills involved in providing day to day support for clients in community settings.

Career Options
Some of the roles the course will qualify you for:
  • Community Care Worker/Support
  • Community Development Worker
  • Referral Worker
  • Juvenile Justice Officer
  • Residential Support Worker
  • Youth Worker
Entry Requirements

Participants in the Certificate III in Community Services should hold at least a NSW School Certificate or equivalent.

Course Structure

This course is made up of 13 units: 8 core units and 5 elective units

Assessment Tasks Assessment methods include:
  • Written Assignments
  • Written and Oral Questions
  • Case Studies
  • Projects
  • Observation Tasks
  • Supervisor Reports (for those in employment only)
Course Materials All learning and assessment materials for the Certificate III in Community Services course are provided by the College.
Delivery Options
This course is
offered as:
 
We suggest online learners complete this course within 12 months - that's an average of 6-8 hours study per week.
Face to Face Learning

Contact us to register your interest in attending as a classroom-based course
Online Learning
Start immediately! Enrol in the Certificate III in Community Services Online. Our e-learning program is based on a simple online learning platform that is easy to understand and practical to use. Online learners are assigned a qualified assessor who will guide you through the program from start to finish.

Online learning is ideal for people who live in remote regions but it is also for those who are genuinely committed to following a self-paced program.

Find out more about Online Learning
View our Online Learning Demonstration
Traineeship
If you have been in full-time employment for 3 months or part-time employment for 12 months with the same employer, you may be eligible to complete this course as a government funded trainee.
Work Experience
Work experience is not mandatory. If you wish to complete the assessments that relate to workplace tasks as part of work experience, you will need to organise this yourself. Alternatively, your trainer may conduct these assessments by creating a simulated workplace environment for you.

Where work experience is a mandatory part of a specific program, the College will arrange work placements with you. Please note that work placements are subject to Police Checks, which we will conduct for you at a standard fee.
Recognition Assessment Do you have qualifications and/or life experiences related to the course content? If so, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) which could reduce your study load. Contact us for an application form.
Course Fee
  • The regular course fee for the Certificate III in Community Services is $1,800
  • Pay upfront and receive 10% discount - Pay only $1620
  • Flexible payment plan available
Course Locations
For classroom-based courses only		 Suite B7
12 − 14 Solent Circuit
Norwest Business Park
Baulkham Hills
Learning Pathways
Successful completion could lead to advanced standing in
  • Certificate IV in Community Services Work
  • Diploma of Community Services Coordination
  • Certificate IV and Diploma Courses in Community Welfare Work, Mental Health, Disability and Alcohol and Other Drug Work

SAVE 10% PAY UPFRONT
& SAVE

Pay upfront and receive 10% discount off the full course fee. Flexible payment options are available.

Regular
Price $1800
Upfront Payment Price $1620

INTEREST FREE easy   instalment options

  • Fortnightly
    Pay $100
    deposit + 26
    instalments of     $65.40
  • Monthly
    Pay $100
    deposit + 12
    instalments of     $141.70
  • Per Unit
    Pay for
    each unit in
    equal instalments     $100 Deposit

Core Units

CHCADMIN305E Work within the administration protocols of the organisation

CHCCD412B Work within a community development framework

CHCCOM302C Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues

CHCCS308B Provide first point of contact

CHCCS411B Work effectively in the community sector

CHCNET301D Participate in networks

CHCORG303B Participate effectively in the work environment

CHCOHS312B Follow safety procedures for direct care work

Elective Units

CHCCS401B Facilitate responsible behaviour

CHCCS422A Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately

BSBINM201A Process and maintain workplace information

CHCAC318B Work effectively with older people

CHCAD401D Advocate for clients