Skyline International College
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-centred services to individuals, groups, and communities.At this level, 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.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 200 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
Delivery mode
Skyline International College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Locations
- 11-15 Deane Street, Burwood NSW 2134, Australia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Academic Requirements:
- Minimum completion of Australian Year 12 secondary school education equivalent or above.
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 overall, no less than 5.5 in each band, or upper intermediate, or EAP from approved ELICOS/ESL centre.
Any AQF qualification at the Certificate III level or above in any discipline area delivered and assessed in English only will be deemed as meeting both the academic and English language entry requirements.
Physical requirements:
- Participants of this course should have reasonable level of fitness as the role may involve a variety of manual handling tasks that require physical activity, such as bending, lifting and standing for long periods of time.
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 Skyline International College
Welcome to Skyline International College and our international community. We offer a wide range of courses that transform our students to be job-ready and are given access to many job opportunities here in Australia.
We are committed to quality education and student satisfaction. Our teachers and instructors are certified with many years of relevant industry experience, have taught at leading vocational colleges, and most of all, are dedicated and passionate. Our underlying objective is to encourage you to attain your personal best and to develop the self-confidence that will give you a competitive edge in your chosen field.
At SIC, we understand that being a student is more than just studying and working hard. Therefore, we provide our students with a challenging, rewarding, and enjoyable learning environment filled with many hands-on practical workshops.
