TAFE NSW

Bachelor of Community Services

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Support the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities and help to facilitate social change when you study the Bachelor of Community Services. This online degree will prepare you for a career in the diverse community services industry. You’ll be qualified to manage a range of responsibilities while helping people who are disadvantaged and highly vulnerable.

If you're driven to empower diverse communities, are passionate about social justice and want to challenge the social structures that maintain disadvantage, then this qualification can help you achieve your goals. Graduates from this course of study are not eligible to register with the Australian Association of Social Workers on the basis of this qualification alone.

Delivery mode

TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

A NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC) or its equivalent OR

A Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation or its equivalent OR

A completed certificate IV or higher vocational qualification OR

Successful completion of at least one year full-time (or equivalent) study in a course at a higher education institution

During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:

  • A Working with Children Check (WWCC)
  • A National Police Check
  • Any additional evidence your work placement provider requires
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $32,400 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$32,400
Standard Tuition:
$0
Full Fee Tuition:
$32,400
Full Fee Tuition:
$0
Enquire with TAFE NSW to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 3 Years
Estimated fee* $0 - $32,400 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Community Services will prepare you for the following roles.

Case Manager

A Case Manager, also known in some circles as a case worker, plays a huge role in helping clients and patients get the support they need. In genera...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Family Support Worker

Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

Aboriginal Community Care Worker

An Aboriginal Community Care Worker supports Indigenous people to improve their health and well-being. You might be involved with a particular prog...

Avg yearly income $54,600
Entry barriers Low

Aged Care Manager

Aged Care Managers oversee the daily operations and management of aged care facilities, nursing homes, and residential care centres. They manage fi...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Community Development Manager

A community development manager takes a leadership role in efforts to improve the facilities and public service options of a specific area. The goa...

Avg yearly income $136,240
Entry barriers Low

About TAFE NSW

TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.