Reach For Training
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification reflects the role of community services workers involved in the delivery, management and coordination of person-centered services to individuals, groups, and communities.
Workers have specialised skills in Community Services and work autonomously within their scope of practice under broad directions from senior management.
Workers support people to make change in their lives to improve personal and social wellbeing and may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers. They may also undertake case management and program coordination.
Delivery mode
Reach For Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Suite 5, 125 Main Street Blacktown
- Lot 1, 12-24 Hudson Street, Hamilton
- 1/437 High Street, Maitland
- 1, Elyard Street, Narellan
- Level 3, Belconnen Churches Center, 54 Benjamin Way, Belconnen
- Unit 1/275 Pinjarra Road Mandurah
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Year 12 or equivalent; or
- Minimum 1-year work experience communicating in English
- Completed a Certificate III or higher level qualification
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...
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 Reach For Training
REACH for Training (REACH) is a Registered Training Organization established in 2002. Since 2002, we have grown from a small business to a high quality training organization operating across Australia and internationally. As an international award winning organization, REACH strives to achieve quality learning outcomes for our clients through flexible and competitive training solutions. By combining hands-on practical experience and strong theoretical knowledge, our learners are supported to meet their goals.
REACH is registered with the Commonwealth Government’s National Vocational Education and Training (VET) Regulator, the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA) with RTO No: 91280. To be registered, REACH is required to operate under the National Vocational Education and Training Regulator Act 2011 established by the Commonwealth Government. REACH also adheres to standards set by the Australian & State / Territories governments.
