Kingsford International Institute
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the roles of community services, case management 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, 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.
Delivery mode
Kingsford International Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
- Level 2, 545 Kent St, Sydney
- 80 Wentworth Avenue, Surry Hills
- Level 8, 20 Queen St, Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
Diversional Therapist
A Diversional Therapist organises events or activities for people with specific needs. You might work with elderly people, people with a disability...
Community Liaison Officer
A Community Liaison Officer works to improve the conditions of a community or a group within a community. You might listen to the concerns of commu...
Community Volunteer
A Community Volunteer gives their time to help other people in need. You might work with a not-for-profit group, a community services provider or a...
Multicultural Liaison Officer
A Multicultural Liaison Officer fosters understanding and cooperation between diverse cultural groups and organisations. You might work in governme...
About Kingsford International Institute
Kingsford International Institute (KII) is an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) operating under the National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Quality Framework. This is a regulated framework which is administered by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). Our registration details can be located on the National Register for VET. We are required to maintain registration with the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) to offer services to international student visa holders. All CRICOS registered training providers are regulated by ASQA under the Education Services for Overseas Students (ESOS) Act 2000 and the National Code of Practice for Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018 (National Code 2018).
