Community Services Courses

The HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance from Foundation Education provides you with the skills, knowledge and practical training required to launch a successful and fulfilling career in healthcare service assistance.

This 100% online course offers flexible study and will offer students the fundamentals for providing assistance to patients according to a care plan and under the supervision of a health professional. Developed in consultation with health experts this course will cover how to comply with infection prevention and control policies; interpret and apply medical terminology; work with people with mental health issues; work with people with drug and alcohol issues and confirm physical health status.

Enquire today and gain a nationally recognised qualification in just 12 months and kickstart a fulfilling career in a rewarding field.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service program, it is not government funded.

Gain the skills to make a positive impact in the lives of clients in aged care, health, and the community services sectors with the CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health offered by Open Colleges in association with Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd (RTO: 90197).

This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to plan, implement and monitor individual and group activities for a diverse range of people. You’ll learn to support independence and wellbeing, relationships with carers and families, as well as community participation and social inclusion. You’ll learn by working for a fictitious care facility where you’ll be introduced to a range of fictitious colleagues and be faced with a variety of situations you may encounter in a real-life workplace.

Gain practical skills

To successfully complete this course and gain hands-on experience you must complete a minimum of 120 hours of work placement, within a suitable workplace. Suitable workplaces include residential aged care facilities, respite care facilities, day care centres, home care environments, community support settings, rehabilitation services and refuges.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrollment with Open Colleges.

Please note – this course is available to Western Australian residents only.

If you possess great empathy skills and are passionate about your community and well-being of others, then this nationally recognised Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015) qualification from Industry Skills Training could be the right step for you.

This qualification is designed for entry level community service workers and will equip you with all the necessary skills and knowledge required to commence a rewarding career based on supporting individuals through the provision of person-centred community services. Through this course you will learn essential skills such as how to respond to client needs and provide individualised support, how to work and communicate in health and community services, how to recognise and respond to crisis situations and how to facilitate the interests and rights of clients.

Aside from fully enabling you to work in entry-level community service jobs, this course is also a great gateway for further education that would allow you to work in more specialised services such as disability care or aged care.

Note: This course is available through the Jobs & Skills WA Priority Industry Training and Work Readiness programs and a government funding discount is available for eligible students. Enquire now to find out if you qualify. This course is NOT available to people on 500 or 600 visas.

The Bachelor of Community Services, offered by Torrens University Australia, is designed to equip students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills necessary for a rewarding career in the community and public sectors. This course covers a wide range of topics including counselling, social justice, advocacy, and welfare. Students will gain hands-on experience through fieldwork placements, ensuring they graduate with valuable industry contacts and real-world experience. The course is currently seeking accreditation by the industry peak body, which underscores its commitment to maintaining high standards and relevance in the field.

Throughout the course, students will engage in practical training while also receiving a solid grounding in communication, counselling, and policy theory. The curriculum includes a variety of elective subjects, allowing students to tailor their studies to their specific interests and career goals. The Bachelor of Community Services also emphasises the importance of respectful and effective communication, critical judgement in advocacy, and the implementation of community services competencies within ethical and professional standards. With a requirement of 400 hours of fieldwork placement, students will be well-prepared to enter the workforce upon graduation.

Enquire to learn more about how the Bachelor of Community Services can help you achieve your career aspirations in the community services sector.

If you’re a compassionate type of person who thrives on empowering the disadvantaged people in your community, then this CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) qualification from Open Colleges could provide you with an interesting and rewarding career pathway.

This course is designed to prepare you for enduring success in the expanding aged care sector by becoming a proficient aged and disability care worker. The course will teach you sector essentials, including how to follow safe work practices for direct client care, how to facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support, how to provide individualised support and how to support independence and wellbeing of clients, amongst others. This course also involves 160 hours of practical work placement within an approved care facility, aimed at giving you much needed real life experience before you graduate.

This course is conducted 100% online except for the practical work component which will have to be suitably arranged.

The CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health from InterCare Training is ideal for individuals seeking to start or advance their career in the industry, and for those with prior experience in disability, aged care, home or community care sectors looking to enhance their skills. Through a combination of online and in-person delivery, this course prepares you to participate in the design, implementation and evaluation of health and leisure activities, and programs for clients in one or more sectors. Day or night classes are available.

The course includes 17 units of theoretical and practical education along with 120 hours hands-on work placement in the field, to ensure you graduate with the expertise to assess human behaviour and implement leisure activities or programs for those requiring support in their everyday lives.

At completion, you will have the foundational knowledge and understanding required to work confidently and effectively in the leisure and health industry, enhance the well-being of people with a variety of needs, among other skills and hands-on experience in the leisure and health field.

Please note: This course is not available to individuals on a 500 or 600 visa.

The online CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work course offered through Open Colleges in association with Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd (RTO: 90197), provides a framework for working with, supporting and empowering children and young people.

This comprehensive certificate program will guide you through the social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs of young people, as well as how to work effectively with community services, and anticipate and respond to potentially critical situations.

You will gain an understanding of duty-of-care responsibilities, as well as the skills to help young people identify and self-manage some of the challenging issues they face.

Practical component

Students are required to undertake a work placement of 120 hours in order to demonstrate their competencies in the practical components of the course work.

Upon graduation, the CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work will be issued by Integrated Care & Management Training Pty Ltd.

PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run RTO, not government-run like a TAFE, so they cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.

If you’re currently employed in the community services sector and are looking for a way to further your career, then this CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services (Case Management) qualification from GROW Training Group could be the way to go.

Throughout this course, you will acquire the essential skills to effectively manage, coordinate, and/or deliver person-centered services to individuals, groups, and communities. There are a growing number of career opportunities based around advocacy in areas such as family welfare, community health, employment services, and disability services. Upon successful completion of the Diploma of Community Services, you will be well-prepared and fully qualified for a fulfilling career as a case manager.

This course also entails 200 hours of supervised work placement which will have to be completed prior to graduation.

Enrolment period is 24 months. We find our students complete the qualification in varied time frames. It really does depend on your life situation and availability. The program can be completed in a much shorter time – we would recommend aiming at completing 1 unit per month.

This program is delivered in our online learner system. You do not need to come to class, however, you will need to stay connected with your Educator and attend phone and/or web meetings to complete some of the practical components of your course. eLearning allows you the flexibility of completing your course at your own pace, at times to suit work and other life commitments. You can work on your course at anytime, anywhere supported by your industry experienced educator via telephone and email no matter where you are.

Please Note: Grow Training Group operates as a privately managed Registered Training Organisation (RTO), differing from government-run institutions such as a TAFE. Consequently, Grow does not offer government funding.

Please note – this course is available to Western Australian residents only.

If you are looking for a career that utilises your great communication and interpersonal skills as well as your desire to help others in the community, then this CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services qualification from Industry Skills Training could be a great career step. This qualification is also ideal for people already working in the community services sector who wish to expand their knowledge in the field and further their career.

The course will teach you essential skills required for holding positions involved in community services, case management and social housing that focus on management, coordination and delivery of person-centred services to individuals, groups and various communities.

By acquiring skills such as facilitating workplace debriefing and support processes, managing legal and ethical compliance, assessing and promoting social, emotional and physical well-being, providing advocacy and representation services and development and facilitation of all aspects of case management, you will be able to confidently perform in a range of community services positions across a broad spectrum of organisations.

This qualification will also enable you to work autonomously under broad directions from senior management, as well as to oversee the work of junior staff members.

This course if offered at our Malaga campus (full time Mon – Fri), and our Joondalup campus (3 evenings a week Tues-Thurs).

There is a minimum work placement component of 100 hours.

Note: This course is available through the Jobs & Skills WA Priority Industry Training and Lower Fees, Local Skills programs. A government funded discount is available for eligible students. Enquire now to find out if you qualify. This course is NOT available to people on 500 or 600 visas.

If you possess a genuine passion for facilitating positive transformations in individuals’ lives, enhancing their self-sufficiency and overall well-being, then this CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services qualification from GROW Training Group could be just the qualification you’re after.

Professionals in the field of Community Services offer invaluable support, advocacy, and interventions to clients, whether on an individual basis, within group settings, or within broader community contexts, encompassing a diverse spectrum of services. This program equips you with the skills necessary to assume diverse roles within the community sector, enabling you to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of others. This qualification is a prerequisite for community service professionals engaged in the design and delivery of person-centered services to both individuals and groups. As a member of the Community Service workforce, your primary goal is to provide effective care to the community as a whole, as well as its individual constituents, with the ultimate aim of fostering positive life changes.

It also involves a mandatory 40 hours of supervised work placement designed to give you the industry real world experience.

Enrolment period is 24 months. We find our students complete the qualification in varied time frames. It really does depend on your life situation and availability. The program can be completed in a much shorter time – we would recommend aiming at completing 1 unit per month.

This program is delivered in our online learner system. You do not need to come to class, however, you will need to stay connected with your Educator and attend phone and/or web meetings to complete some of the practical components of your course. eLearning allows you the flexibility of completing your course at your own pace, at times to suit work and other life commitments. You can work on your course at anytime, anywhere supported by your industry experienced educator via telephone and email no matter where you are.

Please Note: Grow Training Group operates as a privately managed Registered Training Organisation (RTO), differing from government-run institutions such as a TAFE. Consequently, Grow does not offer government funding.

The Dual Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs and Mental Health offered by Upskilled is a comprehensive program designed to equip individuals with essential skills for a rewarding career in community services. This unique qualification combines two certificates: the CHC43215 Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs, and CHC43315 Certificate IV in Mental Health. Students will engage in a self-paced online learning environment, allowing them to balance their studies with personal and professional commitments while developing a holistic skill set tailored to meet diverse community needs.

Throughout the course, participants will delve into the complexities of substance abuse and mental health, gaining practical experience through a work placement component. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including effective communication strategies, trauma-informed care, and harm reduction techniques. By the end of the program, graduates will be well-prepared to navigate the challenges of the community services sector, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those they support. Enquire to learn more.

Please note: This course is fee-for-service, it is not government funded.

If you have a passion for compassionate care and aspire to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities, then the CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) offered by Insight Training is an ideal pathway for you.

In Australia, where the demand for skilled Disability Support professionals is increasing due to demographic shifts, this qualification emerges as a timely opportunity for those seeking a fulfilling and stable career. This course equips you with essential skills, including effective communication in health or community services, empowerment of people with disabilities, mental health issues and chronic disease. Upon completion, you will be thoroughly prepared and certified to excel in various individual and community support roles within the Disability sector.

The program includes a vital 120-hour practical work component in an approved service facility, offering you a chance to apply your skills in a real-world setting and gain invaluable industry experience. Insight Training supports students in securing suitable placements for this segment.

You have the flexibility to choose between in-classroom learning at Insight Training’s campuses or a do blended study. Both options incorporate the essential practical work experience component, ensuring a comprehensive learning journey.

This CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) is available in Perth and regional WA. It is government-funded through the Jobs and Skills WA program, which applies to eligible WA residents, and is also covered by the WA Government and Commonwealth’s “Free in ’23 – extended into ’24” program, where students who qualify can enrol in eligible courses at no cost. Enquire today to see if you qualify!

This course uses the following delivery methods, please take this into account when assessing course suitability:

• On Campus / Classroom – you will need to attend daytime classes at one of Insight Training’s campuses at Morley, Rockingham or Joondalup in order to complete this course. This study mode is government funded.

After achieving this qualification, students may undertake the CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability.

Please Note: This course is NOT available to people on a 500 or 600 visa.

If you currently work as a counselling practitioner such as counsellor, psychologist, social worker, family support worker, family and children’s contact worker, or similar, and are looking for a way to sharpen your skills and drive your career forward, then this CHC81015 Graduate Diploma of Relationship Counselling qualification from The Institute of Applied Psychology (IAP) could be just what you’re looking for.

The program aims to improve your proficiency in working with families, couples, or individuals within the context of relationships, providing specialised counselling interventions. The course unfolds as a flexible hybrid learning experience, incorporating face-to-face interactions, work placements, and self-paced eLearning modules. Through immersion in systemic practice and theory, participants will gain the skills to navigate therapeutic challenges, fostering the development of clinical proficiency, knowledge, and confidence essential for effectively managing the complexities found in relationship counselling—whether with individuals, couples, or families.

This course involves commitment of up to 20 hours per week, plus has a supervised work placement component that will allow you to put your knowledge into practice before graduation. The course also involves 50 hours of supervised work placement aimed at allowing you to put your newly acquired skills into practice.

PLEASE NOTE: This course with IAP is fee-for-service only, it is not government-funded.

Whether you’re looking to improve your communication at work, ability to coach and train others, work as a therapist of any specialisation, or are looking for a way to improve your use of language in various situations, then this NLP Practitioner course from The Institute of Applied Psychology (IAP) could be ideal for you.

Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) is extensively applicable in the business domain and is frequently integrated into various training programs covering sales, presentation skills, planning, and team building. While one could opt for specialised studies in these specific areas to enhance proficiency in a narrow field, selecting to delve into NLP offers the advantage of acquiring principles with broader applicability. This choice not only facilitates skill enhancement in business but extends its benefits to personal life, fostering a more comprehensive and versatile skill set.

This course will teach you to:

• Strive to be a key influencer in your professional and personal circles
• Enhance communication skills to avoid misunderstandings and improve precision
• Develop better relationships through understanding and predicting behaviours
• Improve leadership and decision-making abilities while understanding your unconscious drivers
• Overcome procrastination, stress, and self-sabotage effectively and swiftly
• Pursue a purposeful life with courage, fun, and like-minded people, gaining insights for a compelling future

Completing this intensive seven day course will allow you to start applying NLP techniques to various aspects of your life immediately.