Diploma of Community Services

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1 (Domestic enrolments) Overview Course Summary This program gives graduates a variety of employment opportunities within the health, disability and community services industries. The Diploma of Community Services equips you with the skills and knowledge to specialise in case management and coordination of services; program coordination; delivery of personcentred services to individuals, groups and communities; and new business development in the community services sector. Our students enjoy a supportive learning environment where care and attention is given to their individual needs. Credit for previous experience/study may apply. Direct entry into the Diploma is available to eligible applicants; or you might choose to study the Certificate IV in Community Services before commencing a Diploma program. This qualification provides a pathway into further study at Advanced Diploma level, and/or pathways to Higher Education qualifications in Social Work, Disability or Strategic Leadership. VET Student Loans Eligible students will be entitled for loans up to a capped amount. Students will need to contribute the difference if the total course fee exceeds the loan cap for a course. A loan cap of $10,000 applies to this program. Industry Experience All Learners participate in a minimum of 160 hours of industry placement part-time throughout their program. EQUALS can assist you to identify a suitable industry host. Tuition Fee Amenities Fee Duration: Study Mode: Intakes: Qual Code: RPL? VET Student Loans Available? Resources Required International? Subsidised through WorkReady for eligible participants. From $4065 $295 Up to 52 weeks On Campus or Blended Learning (combination) See Brochure CHC52015 Available for international enrolments. Intakes 2017 / 2018 Intake Qual Status Current EQUALS International International Callers: EQUALS Head Office Adelaide, South Australia T F July 2017 Postal GPO Box 2443 Adelaide SA 5001 Head Office 81 Currie Street Adelaide SA Equals International - Diploma of Community Services - Course Brochure - 7 Dec / 3

2 (Domestic enrolments) October 2017 CRICOS no C Registration No January 2018 April 2018 Important: To be considered for an intake, completed applications should be received no later than 30 days prior to the scheduled course commencement date. Applications that are incomplete or incorrect may not be considered. Course offers for applications received by the due date are not guaranteed and intake capacity may vary. EQUALS reserves the right to accept or decline applications at its total discretion. Entry Requirements Entry to Diploma study at EQUALS requires: Successful completion of Year 12 in an Australian secondary school system or its equivalent; or Completion of a Certificate III or equivalent; or Mature Age Entry Applicants who have completed previous study in Community Services, Aged Care or Disability will be well regarded. Current and valid Department of Communities & Social Inclusion (DCSI) Screening Checks for working with Children, with Vulnerable People and in the Aged Care Sector, & Physical Fitness are required for this program. Equals International - Diploma of Community Services - Course Brochure - 7 Dec / 3

3 (Domestic enrolments) If you do not hold a current DCSI check, you are required to apply through DCSI at the time of application for enrolment at EQUALS. A DCSI check must be acquired prior to industry placement. Visit for further information. Please note that the outcome of your DCSI screening check may affect industry placement opportunities, and that this is at the discretion of placement host facilities. Current First Aid certification may be a requirement for industry placement; this is at the discretion of the industry host. Course Content There are a total of 16 units for this qualification, 8 Core and 8 Electives: Core Units CHCCCS007: Develop and implement service programs CHCCOM003: Develop workplace communication strategies CHCDEV002: Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services CHCDIV003: Manage and promote diversity CHCLEG003: Manage legal and ethical compliance CHCMGT005: Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes CHCPRP003: Reflect on and improve own professional practice HLTWHS004: Manage work health and safety Elective Units CHCCSM004: Coordinate complex case requirements CHCCSM005: Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management CHCCSM006: Provide case management supervision CHCCSM007: Undertake case management in a child protection framework CHCCCS019: Recognise and respond to crisis situations CHCMGT004: Secure and manage funding BSBFIM501: Manage budgets and financial plans BSBRSK501: Manage risk Equals International - Diploma of Community Services - Course Brochure - 7 Dec / 3

4 (International enrolments) Overview Course Summary This program gives graduates a variety of employment opportunities within the health, disability and community services industries. The Diploma of Community Services equips you with the skills and knowledge to specialise in case management and coordination of services; program coordination; delivery of personcentred services to individuals, groups and communities; and new business development in the community services sector. Our students enjoy a supportive learning environment where care and attention is given to their individual needs. Credit for previous experience/study may apply. Direct entry into the Diploma is available to eligible applicants; or you might choose to study the Certificate IV in Community Services before commencing a Diploma program. This qualification provides a pathway into further study at Advanced Diploma level, and/or pathways to Higher Education qualifications in Social Work, Disability or Strategic Leadership. Industry Experience All Learners participate in a minimum of 160 hours of industry placement part-time throughout their program. EQUALS can assist you to identify a suitable industry host. Tuition Fee Amenities Fee Duration: Study Mode: Intakes: Qual Code: RPL? Resources Required International? Qual Status $12,950 $295 Up to 52 weeks On Campus See Brochure CHC52015 Available for international enrolments. Current Intakes 2017 / 2018 Intake July 2017 EQUALS International International Callers: EQUALS Head Office Adelaide, South Australia T F Postal GPO Box 2443 Adelaide SA 5001 Head Office 81 Currie Street Adelaide SA admissions@equals.edu.au CRICOS no C Registration No October 2017 Equals International - - Course Brochure - 7 Dec / 3

5 (International enrolments) January 2018 April 2018 Important: To be considered for an intake, completed applications should be received no later than 30 days prior to the scheduled course commencement date. Applications that are incomplete or incorrect may not be considered. Course offers for applications received by the due date are not guaranteed and intake capacity may vary. EQUALS reserves the right to accept or decline applications at its total discretion. Entry Requirements Overseas Health Insurance: International students are required to hold cover for the duration of the course. International applicants are required to have achieved an IELTS score of 5.5 (overall band score) or equivalent. Current and valid Department of Communities & Social Inclusion (DCSI) Screening Checks for working with Children, with Vulnerable People and in the Aged Care Sector, & Physical Fitness are required for this program. If you do not hold a current DCSI check, you are required to apply through DCSI at the time of application for enrolment at EQUALS. A DCSI check must be acquired prior to industry placement. Visit for further information. Please note that the outcome of your DCSI screening check may affect industry placement opportunities, and that this is at the discretion of placement host facilities. Current First Aid certification may be a requirement for industry placement; this is at the discretion of the industry host. Equals International - - Course Brochure - 7 Dec / 3

6 (International enrolments) Course Content There are a total of 16 units for this qualification, 8 Core and 8 Electives: Core Units CHCCCS007: Develop and implement service programs CHCCOM003: Develop workplace communication strategies CHCDEV002: Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services CHCDIV003: Manage and promote diversity CHCLEG003: Manage legal and ethical compliance CHCMGT005: Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes CHCPRP003: Reflect on and improve own professional practice HLTWHS004: Manage work health and safety Elective Units CHCCSM004: Coordinate complex case requirements CHCCSM005: Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management CHCCSM006: Provide case management supervision CHCCSM007: Undertake case management in a child protection framework CHCCCS019: Recognise and respond to crisis situations CHCMGT004: Secure and manage funding BSBFIM501: Manage budgets and financial plans BSBRSK501: Manage risk Equals International - - Course Brochure - 7 Dec / 3