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    National code: CHCSS00111

    Problem Gambling Skill Set

    Problem Gambling Skill Set
    Overview

    About this course

    Support people affected by gambling. Learn to assess their needs, provide counselling and connect them with the right services. Build specialist skills for your financial counselling career.

    Outcomes

    What you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • notice signs of problem gambling

    • assess the needs of clients

    • gather information for assessment and planning

    • provide counselling support

    • refer clients to services that meet their needs

    • work ethically and review support strategies with clients.

    Course outcomes

    Learn core skills that prepare you for opportunities in your chosen field.

    • A nationally accredited Statement of Attainment.

    • Specialist skills to assess and support people affected by problem gambling.

    • Skills to provide financial counselling and referral services.

    • Credit towards further study in community services qualifications.

    • Improved job options in financial counselling roles.

    Suitability

    Is this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    This course requires evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.

    You must demonstrate that you have achieved one of the following:

    • Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher qualification in community services. You’ll need to show your certificate or transcript as proof.

    • Knowledge and skills equivalent to a Certificate IV or higher qualification in community services. TAFE NSW will assess these through recognition of prior learning (RPL). Visit our recognition and credit transfer page for more information.

    • Current enrolment in the TAFE NSW Diploma of Financial Counselling.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • experience working in the community services sector

    • strong communication and interpersonal skills

    • access to a computer with internet connection

    • an interest in supporting people experiencing complex personal challenges.

    The following foundation skills:

    • You take charge of your learning and can finish tasks on time by yourself.

    • You can read longer texts and understand their main ideas.

    • You can write longer paragraphs and texts that explain your ideas clearly.

    • You can do everyday maths like working out prices or reading a timetable.

    • You can join group talks and share your ideas clearly.

    • You can use digital tools to do everyday tasks like writing or finding information.

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

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    Pathways

    Future career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: financial counsellor.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study3 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    Further study2 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    Units

    Units taught in this course

    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.

    • Assess the needs of clients with problem gambling issuesCHCGMB001

    • Provide counselling for clients with problem gambling issuesCHCGMB002

    TAFE NSW services

    Facilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

    • Student associations - get social with our student community

    Study options

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