Prepare for a rewarding career in the field of Child, Youth, and Family Welfare with our comprehensive Diploma of Community Services. Gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to support and empower individuals and families in need, making a positive impact in your community.
VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.
Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff in order to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
Entry requirements for the Diploma of Community Services (Child, Youth and Family Welfare) vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.
If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
The Diploma of Community Services (Child, Youth and Family Welfare) will prepare you for the following roles.
A support worker provides assistance to those having difficulty living their everyday lives. This aid can come in a variety of forms, including hel...
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
Youth Support Workers help young people find employment, housing, and education and help them work through a range of social, financial, and emotio...
Youth Case Workers are assigned to individual children or teens, working one-on-one to help improve their quality of life. You’ll need advanced int...
Youth Justice Officers supervise young people in custody, supporting their personal development and referring them to essential services, education...
A Youth Worker supports children and young people who are going through a challenging time. You might provide guidance with issues such as homeless...
Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with...
Child Safety Officers identify children at risk and ensure they are protected in accordance with the law. They carrying out assessments, investigat...
Youth Counsellors support young people as they work through personal and emotional issues — helping them develop strategies for problems with relat...
An Aboriginal Community Care Worker supports Indigenous people to improve their health and well-being. You might be involved with a particular prog...
Community Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care and group homes. They provide children and adu...
A community development worker focuses on how to best enhance the public offerings of the neighbourhood or other community in which they work. Thes...
Family Counsellors help families in crises and challenging situations, ensuring the individual wellbeing of each family member as well as the whole...
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