Diploma of Community Services Coordination

CHC52208 DIPLOMA COURSE OUTLINE

Community Services
Coordination

About The Diploma of Community Services Coordination

The Diploma of Community Services Coordination prepares you for work involving the coordination of programs, projects and the supervision of staff across the community sector.

It applies to work in organisations involved in community work, community development, community care services and volunteer programs. It involves a range of settings including residential facilities, group homes, community agencies, and government departments.

It is suitable for people seeking to advance their careers in aged care, mental health, youth work, disability services, employment services, alcohol and other drugs, or any other type of community services.

Career Options
Some of the roles the Diploma of Community Services Coordination will qualify you for:
  • Program or Service manager
  • Supervisor/Coordinator
  • Service or Program Coordinator
  • Team Leader
  • Unit Manager
Entry Requirements
  • Participants in the Diploma of Community Services Coordination should hold at least a NSW Higher School Certificate or equivalent.
  • Participants must have previous work experience in the community sector in a job role that involved:
    • self-directed application of knowledge
    • exercise of independent judgement and decision-making, and
    • a range of technical and other skills
Course Structure

The course is made up of 14 units:

  • 7 core units
  • 7 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 Diploma of Community Services Coordination are provided by the College.
Delivery Options
This course is
offered as:
 
We suggest online learners complete this course within 12-18 months - that's an average of 4-6 hours study per week.
Face to Face Learning

Contact us to register your interest in attending the Diploma of Community Services Coordination as a classroom-based course
Online Learning
Start immediately! Enrol in the Diploma of Community Services Coordination 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
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 Diploma of Community Services Coordination is $2,490
  • Pay upfront and receive 10% discount - Pay only $2,241
  • 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:		 When you finish this course you can apply for advanced standing in a number of Community Services Work and Social Sciences degrees and postgraduate courses.

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

Regular
Price $2490
Upfront Payment Price $2241

INTEREST FREE easy   instalment options

  • Fortnightly
    Pay $100
    deposit + 26
    instalments of     $91.90
  • Monthly
    Pay $100
    deposit + 12
    instalments of     $199.20
  • Per Unit
    Pay for
    each unit in
    equal instalments     $100 Deposit

Core Units

CHCADMIN508B Manage limited budgets and financial accountabilities

CHCCOM504A Develop, implement and promote effective workplace communication

CHCCS502B Maintain legal and ethical work practices

CHCCS505A Provide supervision support to community sector workers

CHCCS513B Maintain an effective community sector work environment

CHCINF505C Meet statutory and organisation information requirements

HLTOHS401A Maintain OHS processes

Elective Units

HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers

CHCAC416A Facilitate support responsive to the specific nature of dementia

CHCAD402D Support the interests, rights and needs of clients within duty of care requirements

CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships

CHCCS503A Develop, implement and review services and programs to meet client needs

CHCINF407D Meet information needs of the community

CHCINF408C Comply with information requirements of the aged care and community care sectors