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Course information
OnlineLearn online with flexible study options and 24/7 access to materials.
Community ServicesCourse specialisation
Self pacedSet your own pace and choose when you study.
12 monthsTime required to complete this course.
Anytime
Class details
24 hoursDedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
3 hoursThe minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
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Course fees
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Course fees are released each semester. We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.
Proposed timetable
What time classes run
An individual training plan will be provided when you enrol in this course. Your plan will outline the recommended study timetable and detail your units and assessments.
Additional information
Other things to know
Assessments
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
Knowledge assessments: multiple choice, true or false and short answer questions
Skills assessments: role-play scenarios, group work activities, presentations and demonstrations under observation
Case studies: case-study scenarios and reflection
Work placement
Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.
There is no work placement for this qualification.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
There are no materials needed for this qualification.
Additional entry requirements
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
To successfully complete this course you will need:
- To demonstrate skills in some assessments. This may involve participating in roleplays which may be video recorded and the video submitted for marking.
- Recording equipment such as a camera or smartphone
Units
Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Community Services qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 12 units of competency, including 5 core and 7 speciality units.
Core units - 5
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Work with diverse peopleCHCDIV001
Communicate and work in health or community servicesCHCCOM005
Follow safe work practices for direct client careHLTWHS002
Manage personal stressors in the work environmentHLTWHS006
Course delivery
Studying Online
Learn online. Unlike virtual classrooms, you won't have a timetable. All your course content will be available online for you to access at any time of the day from a computer with internet access.
Your online course will include collaboration with your teacher and other students through online platforms. Your teachers are available and will provide you with support throughout the course.
You may be required to attend a vocational work placement, on campus assessment and/or a teacher might need to observe and assess you in a real or simulated environment.
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
As an enrolled student with TAFE Digital you can access a range of support services to help you make the most out of your time as a student.
The careers counsellors at TAFE Digital can help you, whether you're currently enrolled or planning on enrolling in a course with your career direction, educational and vocational pathways or if you are experiencing difficulties that may affect your studies.
TAFE Digital offers great support to:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
students with a permanent or temporary disability
people studying with TAFE Digital who are from multicultural backgrounds
students who are experiencing difficulties with learning and Study Skills.
We also provide information to students regarding their rights and responsibilities and educational options for students living overseas.
There is also our Technical Help page to assist you with some common student technical issues.
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
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- Tue9 AM - 5 PM
- Wed9 AM - 5 PM
- Thu9 AM - 5 PM
- Fri9 AM - 5 PM
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