Apex Australia Vocational Education
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the roles of community services workers involved in the delivery, management and coordination of person-centred services to individuals, groups, and communities.
At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management. Workers are usually providing direct support to individuals or groups of individuals. Workers may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers. They may also undertake case management and program coordination.
Delivery mode
Apex Australia Vocational Education offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Level 3, 22-26 Goulburn Street, Sydney
- 2 Sorrell Street, Parramatta
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
$20,000
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$20,000
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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 Apex Australia Vocational Education
Apex Australia Vocational Education is a private provider of Vocational Education and Training for international and domestic students in Australia.
Apex Australia Vocational Education is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO No: 91606) approved by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) to deliver Nationally Recognised Training within the Australian Qualifications Framework. Apex is listed on the Commonwealth Register for Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS Provider No: 03156M).
In 2010 Apex opened the first campus in Parramatta with the goal of providing our students with a rewarding educational experience that equips them with the skills and resources to meet the demands of the Australian employment market. With this in mind, Apex set up a second campus in the Sydney CBD and further developed courses, facilities and services around the needs of our students and the demands of the Australian employment market.
Apex offers a range of quality courses developed and taught by experienced and qualified trainers in a diverse and inclusive environment. We are driven to continuously improve the opportunities provided to students through the introduction of new courses and development of existing courses that lead to new and improved academic and career pathways.
We believe our student-focused accessible support systems are the foundation of our exceptional student experience. We strive to build a strong sense of community among our staff and students, with diversity, inclusivity and engagement as core values driving our academic, administrative and support services. The quality of learning experiences gained by students at Apex is reflected in the positive feedback and performance shown by them in the workplace and in further study.
