CHC52015
Diploma of Community Services
The Diploma of Community Services
is a capstone qualification for housing
professionals. Designed for leaders in
the sector, it covers key units in legal
frameworks, policy and program
design, and tenant care.
Course information
This qualification reflects the roles of community services, case management and social housing workers involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities
Workers at this level have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management.
Workers are usually providing direct support to individuals or groups of individuals. Workers may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers and/or case management; program coordination or the development of new business opportunities.
Recommended for people who are in a supervisory role or have an opportunity to act in a supervisory role
1 year full-time
Up to 2 years part-time
No Entry Requirements
Apply Anytime
Full Fee: $7,200
To apply for this course Please email [email protected]
Cluster 1: Society and Culture
Core : CHCDEV002 Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work & services
Core : CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
Elective 1 : CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander cultural safety*
Cluster 2: Working as Managers
Core : CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
Core : HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies
Core : CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice*
Core : CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
Cluster 3: Client Care
Elective 2 : CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues*
Elective 3 : CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence*
Elective 4 : CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern*
Core : CHCCCS007 Develop and implement service programs
Elective Cluster
Students have a choice between:
Cluster 4 : Case Management Practice
Cluster 5 : Social Housing
Cluster 6 : Emerging Leaders
Choose from these options below:
Electives for CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
Cluster 4: Case Management Practice | Cluster 5: Social Housing | Cluster 6: Emerging Leaders | |
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Elective 5 | CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management* | CHCSOH009 Develop quality systems in line with registration standards | BSBINN601 Lead and manage organisational change |
Elective 6 | CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs* | CHCADV004 Represent organisation in court or tribunal* | BSBWOR502 Lead and manage team effectiveness |
Elective 7 | CHCCSM004 Coordinate complex case management | CHCSOH002 Manage and maintain tenancy agreements and services* | BSBLDR522 Manage people performance |
Elective 8 | CHCCSM006 Provide case management supervision | CHCCDE010 Develop and lead community engagement strategies to enhance participation | BSBWOR403 Manage stress in the workplace |
CHCDEV002 Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work & services
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to function independently and to plan and undertake community work and associated services. The unit describes the application of knowledge of the broad social and cultural context in which work is planned and implemented in the community services industry. This unit applies to workers who seek to better understand their client groups and issues that impact on the lives of their clients and hence on their delivery of services.
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and promote diversity in the workplace, and to contribute to the planning of diversity policies and procedures. This may apply to internal work practices or external service delivery. This unit applies to individuals working in any type of leadership role across all industry sectors.
CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait islander cultural safety
The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety. This unit applies to people working in a broad range of roles including those involved in direct client service, program planning, development and evaluation contexts.
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to research information about compliance and ethical practice responsibilities, and then develop and monitor policies and procedures to meet those responsibilities. This unit applies to people working in roles with managerial responsibility for legal and ethical compliance in small to medium sized organisations. There may or may not be a team of workers involved.
HLTWHS004 Manage work health and safety
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish, maintain and evaluate work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and programs in the relevant work area, according to WHS legislative requirements. This unit applies to workers who have responsibility for WHS as part of their role, including workers with obligations under WHS legislation, persons conducting a business or undertaking (PCBUs), or their officers (as defined by relevant legislation).
CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and enhance own practice through a process of reflection and ongoing professional development. This unit applies to workers in all industry sectors who take pro-active responsibility for their own professional development.
CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace briefing and support processes
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor and support workers. This includes implementing support processes to manage stress and emotional wellbeing of self or colleagues working in varied health and community service contexts. It also involves facilitating structured debriefing sessions to colleagues following incidents with the potential to impact on health and wellbeing. This unit applies to leadership or management roles where the individual provides peer to peer support to colleagues and refers to specialised support services in line with organisation guidelines as required.
CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish relationships, clarify needs, and then work collaboratively with people who are living with mental health issues. This unit applies to support workers in contexts outside the mental health sector, but who come into contact with people with mental health issues. The services and support provided are not mental health specific.
CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to identify and respond to the needs of clients who may be experiencing domestic and family violence, including responding to immediate intervention and support needs. This unit applies to health and community service workers providing services according to established organisation procedures. These workers may not be specialised family violence workers.
CHCCCS020 Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to respond effectively to behaviours of concern of people. Skills are associated with handling difficult incidents rather than managing ongoing behaviour difficulties. The unit applies to workers in any context exposed to difficult and challenging behaviour.
CHCCCS007 Develop and implement service programs
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to engage consumers, analyse service needs of particular groups and develop programs and services to meet those needs. This unit applies to workers coordinating or managing teams and operations in varied service delivery contexts.
CHCCSM005 Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake case management meetings to plan, monitor and review service provision. Workers at this level work autonomously and are responsible for own outputs within organisation guidelines. This unit applies to work in a range of health and community services contexts.
CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the diverse and multi-faceted needs of people and determine both internal and external services required to meet those needs. This unit applies in a range of community service contexts.
CHCCSM004 Coordinate complex case management
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to coordinate multiple service requirements for clients with complex needs within a case management framework. Workers at this level work under supervision within established guidelines but take on a team leadership role in the coordination of services and service providers. This unit applies to work in a range of health and community services contexts.
CHCCSM006 Provide case management supervision
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to take a leadership role in the delivery of quality case management. This includes disseminating information and providing advice on practice issues relating to case management within the organisation. Workers at this level work autonomously and are responsible for own outputs within broad but defined organisation guidelines. This unit applies to work in a range of health and community services contexts.
CHCSOH009 Develop quality systems in line with registration standards
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop policies and procedures for a social housing organisation in line with current state/territory registration standards. It involves the development of continuous improvement processes to uphold compliance, probity and quality. This unit applies to work in a social housing context typically carried out by senior workers working autonomously within broad guidelines.
CHCADV004 Represent the organisation in court or tribunal
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake work as an advocate of a service or organisation in a court or tribunal. This unit applies to workers typically in a leadership role in a community services or advocacy setting who are responsible for providing formal advocacy or representation.
CHCSOH002 Manage and maintain tenancy agreements and services
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage tenancy agreements and associated housing services. This unit applies to work in a social housing context in agencies responsible for sustainable tenancy management. Workers are required to exercise judgement and sensitivity when working with clients within clearly defined processes and procedures.
CHCCDE010 Develop and lead community engagement strategies to enhance participation
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply advanced community engagement skills to increase participation in the community development environment. The high level engagement skills described in this unit apply to a range of workplace contexts involving skill development, application and evaluation of engagement strategies to ensure effective community participation in relevant projects and activities. This unit applies to workers in both health and community sectors and/or a community development work context. Workers at this level will be part of a professional team and have the responsibility of supervision of others.
BSBINN601 Lead and manage organisational change
This unit describes skills and knowledge required to determine strategic change requirements and opportunities; and to develop, implement and evaluate change management strategies. It applies to managers with responsibilities that extend across the organisation or across significant parts of a large organisation. They may have a dedicated role in human resources management, human resources development, or work in a strategic policy or planning area. The unit takes a structured approach to change management and applies to people with considerable work experience and organisational knowledge.
BSBWOR502 Lead and manage team effectiveness
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to lead teams in the workplace and to actively engage with the management of the organisation. It applies to individuals working at a managerial level who facilitate work teams and build a positive culture within their work teams. At this level, work will normally be carried out using complex and diverse methods and procedures requiring the exercise of considerable discretion and judgement, using a range of problem solving and decision making strategies.
BSBLDR522 Manage people performance
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the performance of staff that are direct reports. The unit applies to individuals who manage people. It covers work allocation and the methods to review performance, reward excellence and provide feedback. The units makes the link between performance management and performance development and reinforces both functions as a key requirement for effective managers.
BSBWOR403 Manage stress in the workplace
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify signs and sources of stress within job roles and according to key performance indicators (KPIs). Management strategies to aid recovery from stressful situations are also essential. It applies to individuals who work at a managerial level, have excellent communication skills and apply knowledge of organisational policies, occupational health and safety (OHS) and other relevant legislation.
We have structured our courses flexibly so you can study alongside full-time work. Course material is available online through Moodle, and we also run workshops or face to face training at your workplace.
SELF DIRECTED ONLINE
LEARNING
Once you have enrolled, you will receive your log-in for Moodle, which will enable you to access your course material and submit assessments online by the due date. Please let support trainer know that you wish to study in self directed online learning.
WORKSHOPS THROUGH ZOOM
We hold face-to-face workshops around Australia. These workshops allow you to learn from others in similar jobs, and to practice your skills. There are six sessions per unit of study with final session enabling you to practice your skills or complete assessment requirements in class.
TRAINING AT YOUR
WORKPLACE
If you are working in the social housing industry and your colleagues are also interested in taking one of our courses, we may be able to offer on-site training at your workplace, depending on student numbers.
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Enrol in the unit for which you wish to receive recognition and request an RPL Tool Kit from your trainer
You can ask your trainer for guidance if you are unsure whether you are eligible for RPL
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Provide Supporting Documentation
You’ll need to provide supporting documentation to demonstrate competency, including (1) A CV; (2) Certified copies of your qualifications; (3) Job description(s) of any relevant position(s) held within the past three years; (4) A letter from your direct line manager confirming that you undertake (or undertook) the duties detailed in the job description
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Competency Conversation
Your trainer will arrange a time to call you and go over the details of your work experience to confirm your competency in key areas
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Your Eligibility is Assessed
Your trainer let you know if you are able to receive Recognition for Prior Learning
Subsidies are Available
Many of our students receive a subsidy through Smart and Skilled, and you may be eligible for further concessions or exemptions.
CHC42215
CERTIFICATE IV
IN SOCIAL HOUSING
Full Fee: $6,750
Subsidised training through Smart and Skilled is available, though places are limited.
CHC52015
DIPLOMA OF COMMUNITY SERVICES
Full Fee: $7,200
Subsidised training through Smart and Skilled is available, though places are limited.
SHORT COURSES
Prices vary
You May be Eligible for Further Fee Exemptions & Concessions
You may be eligible for fee exemptions or concessions if you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, if you have a disability, or if you are a welfare recipient. Contact us for further information Training enquiry
Cost for Stand-Alone Units
Individual Unit $450
Recognition for Prior Learning $350
Credit Transfer Free
Apply Anytime
We accept applications year-round
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Apply for Your Unique Student Identifier
You can complete the application for your Unique Student Identifier online. All you need is a valid form of ID.
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Quick facts
Recommended for people who are in a supervisory role or have an opportunity to act in a supervisory role.
1 year full-time
Up to 2 years part-time
8 core units
8 elective units
No Entry Requirements
Apply Anytime
$7,200 (full fee)
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