AMA Training Services
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)The CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services is ideal for students currently working or seeking to work in supervisory or management roles in community services.
The Diploma will develop your skills in providing leadership and guidance in taking responsibility for the effective functioning, viability and performance of the team and its workplace outcomes.
The Diploma of Community Services is delivered using AMA Training Services’ unique Assisted Study Program (ASP). The Assisted Study Program ensures that you are given every opportunity to succeed and develop yourself as a manager, even if you haven’t studied in a while.
The Assisted Study Program strikes a balance between equipping you with the skills you need to complete your studies and maintaining your work/life balance.
Delivery mode
AMA Training Services 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.
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 completed AQF Certificate IV in Community Services
Have suitable language, literacy and numeracy skills
Be capable of completing 200 hours of work placement in a suitable health facility (placement to be sourced by student) if not already working in the field.
Have sound computer skills
Have access to a laptop and internet to complete online course
Have a valid Police Check (or be prepared to obtain this prior to work placement)
Have a valid Working with Childrens Check or be prepared to obtain this prior to work placement)
Have the required immunisations, including COVID-19 vaccination, as required to attend work placement.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$6,500
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$6,500
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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 AMA Training Services
AMA Training Services has built a reputation as a high quality national training provider through dedicated staff and skilled trainers, maintaining strong academic rigour and ensuring the learning outcomes empower students to be better at what they do. We are focused on serving the general community, the private sector and government with highly capable graduates, when it comes to flexibility and high standards of education and assessment AMA Training Services truly stands alone.
AMA Training Services is a trading name of AMA Services (WA) Pty Ltd, part of the Australian Medical Association (WA) Inc. group of companies.
