3Bridges Training and Education
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification covers many roles within the community services sector including case managers, team leaders and social housing workers involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities. At this level, you have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management. You would usually be providing direct support to individuals or teams of individuals. You may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers and/or case management; program coordination or the development of new business opportunities.
Delivery mode
3Bridges Training and Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- 18 Treacy Street, Hurstville
- 72 Carwar Avenue, Carss Park
- 23 St Georges Road, Penshurst
- 1-2/35 Forest Road, Arncliffe
- 161 Hurstville Road, Oatley
- 17B Casuarina Road, Gymea Bay
- 34-40 Allison Crescent, Menai
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Have good oral and written communication and effective interpersonal skills
- Complete the mandatory Language, Numeracy and Literacy (LLN) assessment before enrolment to assess your foundation skills and whether reasonable adjustment is required
- Gain a Police Clearance Certificate check, as required, for the 120 hour work placement
- Provide their Unique Student Identifier
- Provide 100 points of ID
- A desire to work in the community sector.
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Community Services will prepare you for the following roles.
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...
Support Worker
A support worker provides assistance to those having difficulty living their everyday lives. This aid can come in a variety of forms, including hel...
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...
Intake Worker
An Intake Worker conducts initial assessments of clients at welfare services such as mental health clinics or drug and alcohol rehabilitation facil...
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...
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 Care Worker
Community Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care and group homes. They provide children and adu...
About 3Bridges Training and Education
3Bridges Training and Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO Code 41056) within 3Bridges Community Limited, a Registered Charity serving the community from Early Years to Ageing Well.
Through the income that our training and education programs generate, we funnel critical funds to provide important social and community support for those most in need.
