Kangan Institute
Certificate IV in Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of community service workers who design and deliver person-centred services to individuals and/or groups. Workers may provide support, advocacy or interventions to individual clients, groups or communities across a range of services. At this level, workers may be autonomous with limited responsibility within established parameters and may be required to supervise and lead other workers in projects or teams. Work may take place in a range of community service, case work or case management contexts. You will learn how the issues of drugs and alcohol, mental health and homelessness are effecting our community within families, adults and young people.
Delivery mode
Kangan Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 38 Buckley Street, Essendon
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Community Services will prepare you for the following roles.
Youth Worker
A Youth Worker supports children and young people who are going through a challenging time. You might provide guidance with issues such as homeless...
Housing Officer
Housing officers work with other welfare support workers to ensure those in need have a roof overhead when they lay down to sleep at night. Housing...
Family Support Worker
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
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...
Community Corrections Officer
It's important that those who have been convicted of crimes know what services and resources are available to help them with life going forward. Th...
Community Development Worker
A community development worker focuses on how to best enhance the public offerings of the neighbourhood or other community in which they work. Thes...
Senior Support Worker
A senior support worker takes a leadership role in providing assistance for those in need, including those living with disability and aged citizens...
Welfare Worker
Welfare Workers help marginalised, isolated and disadvantaged people access social welfare services and community support. Your daily job involves...
Youth Justice Officer
Youth Justice Officers supervise young people in custody, supporting their personal development and referring them to essential services, education...
Outreach Worker
Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with...
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...
About Kangan Institute
With more than 30,000 enrolments each year, Kangan Institute is a major training provider for the automotive, health and nursing sectors and indigenous education. We also have a strong presence in a range of industries such as fashion, business as well as justice and legal.
As one of the state's largest providers of apprenticeship and traineeship training, we have strong relationships with many businesses and cater for students seeking industry-relevant training in a wide range of disciplines and on-site training options to suit the unique needs of the individual learner or organisation.
Our courses range from basic certificate to diploma and advanced diploma levels, with pathways to over 25 university degrees. Our Skills Recognition program assesses prior knowledge and experience, awarding our students with the credits or qualification to match their existing skills.
With more than 80 years of experience in vocational education and training, we are a flexible, innovative and dynamic place of learning with a rich multicultural atmosphere. Our programs are delivered across five campuses in Broadmeadows, Docklands, Essendon, Moonee Ponds and Cremorne.