Hader Institute of Education Pty Ltd
Community Services Short Course
- This is NOT a free course. Flexible payment plans are available.
Course Information
This Community Service Short Course is designed to provide aspiring professionals and those seeking professional development with a foundational skillset and knowledge in community services. This introductory course comprises 8 units from our nationally recognised Certificate IV in Community Services. The course focuses on community-based support for a diverse range of people and is ideal for beginners looking to enter the community services sector or those aiming for a pathway into further education, such as a Certificate IV or Diploma in Community Services or related field.
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- 12 weeks
- This online course offers a flexible, self-paced learning environment, allowing you to balance study with other commitments.
- The course includes pre-recorded teaching sessions, providing an interactive and engaging learning experience. You will also have access to real-world case studies and support from experienced instructors.
Upon completing this course, participants will be equipped to:
- Equip learners with the foundational knowledge and skills necessary for working in community services.
- Develop an understanding of cultural diversity and promote cultural safety within the community.
- Enhance communication skills, including effective interaction with diverse populations.
- Provide the skills needed to recognize and respond to domestic and family violence.
- Foster an understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities in community services.
- Build competence in supporting individuals with mental health issues.
- Cultivate the ability to develop and maintain professional networks and collaborative partnerships.
- Prepare learners to work effectively with individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
Location
- New South Wales
- Northern Territory
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Tasmania
- Victoria
- Western Australia
Subjects
Payment Option
Career Pathway
- Neighbourhood Centre/Community Centre Worker
- First Nations Youth Worker
- Accommodation Support Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Assistant Community Development Officer
- Youth Worker
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Disability Support Worker
Professional Recognition
Eligibility
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- Have completed their education to a level which is equivalent to an Australian Senior High School Year 12 or Learners are required to pass an online LLN assessment test at or above level 3 in reading, writing and numeracy.
- Have suitable language, literacy and numeracy skills to read and comprehend learning materials and perform tasks related to recording workplace documents including reading and writing detailed reports, case notes, reports and other documents, interpreting workplace policy and procedure and reporting hazards.
- Have sound computer skills to navigate simple software to complete the online component of this course and must be able to use intermediate level Word features in order to produce and present word-processed documents/ reports.
- Have access to a laptop and internet to complete this online course.
- These entry requirements will be confirmed through information collected on the online application and during the enrolment interview.
Curriculum
In this course you will be undertaking all units of competency online.
The learning program includes:
- Pre-recorded teaching sessions, providing an interactive and engaging learning experience.
- Access to real-world case studies and support from experienced instructors.
- Written assessments.
- Multiple choice questionnaires.
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