Wentworth College
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This nationally recognised Diploma is suitable for students who support people through a range of social and personal issues and aspire to operate at a higher skill level or have responsibility for the supervision of other staff. The qualification reflects the role of community services workers involved in the delivery and coordination of person-centred services to individuals and groups.
The community sector includes a broad range of job opportunities, work may be undertaken in a range of settings including NDIS Services, Disability Group Homes, SILs, Day Programs, Mental Health services, Aged Care and more. Wentworth College offers a broad course outline, topics covered include case management, counselling, crisis situations, trauma informed care, domestic and family violence and more.
Delivery mode
Wentworth College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Locations
- Suite 207, 80 William St, Woolloomooloo
- Suite 9, 400 St, Kilda Road St, Kilda
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- LLN Robot levels – entry at ACSF Level 3 (core skills, reading, writing, listening, speaking, numeracy, digital literacy).
- Be of at least 16 years of age.
- Have completed Year 12 or equivalent (desirable).
- Be an existing worker in Community Care and Mental Health Support Services, Disability and Aged care, Health and other care services OR
- Be available to commence Work Placement early into the course.
- Must not have a criminal conviction that will appear on the National Police Check.
- An Influenza shot/ Immunisation certificate or Vaccination card may be requested.
- Must have basic computing skills and access to a standard computer or laptop.
- Driver Licence or Photo ID.
- Green Medicare card or evidence of residency.
- Unique Student Identifier.
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 Wentworth College
Wentworth College RTO #21938 is an independent Training Provider that provides flexible learning and development opportunities, that positively impact on our students and their local communities.
Founded in 2006, Wentworth College brings many years of experience in the VET sector and has realised a shared vision to build a training college that provides both valuable skills and a positive learning journey.
Wentworth College focuses on providing training specifically for Community Services and Healthcare and take great pride in the knowledge that we have been able to further the careers of our students and help them improve the lives of those they work with in the community.
