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Community Services Courses, Certificates & Diplomas

Overview

If you’re motivated to make a difference in the lives of others, one of these courses could represent the perfect introduction to your future career.

Our nationally recognised Community Services courses will empower you with the skills and knowledge required to assist the young, the elderly and others in need of physical care and social support. Whether you are interested in early childhood development, helping the elderly and infirm to maintain their independence or another role, being a carer can bring immense personal satisfaction.

Career Outcomes

Upon completion of your studies, you will have a range of career paths open to you, across a broad range of industries. With the right training and experience, you could seek work as a:

  • Childcare assistant
  • Playgroup supervisor
  • Community support worker
  • Disability worker
  • Counsellor
  • Youth worker
  • In-home respite carer
  • Home and community carer
  • Community Services team leader
  • Mediation worker

Nationally Recognised Diplomas

Diploma of Counselling (new)
Diploma of Children's Services (Early childhood education & care) (new)

Nationally Recognised Certificates

Certificate III in Aged Care (new)
Certificate IV in Aged Care (new)
Certificate III in Children's Services (new)
Certificate III in Disability
Certificate IV in Disability (new)
Certificate III in Education Support (new)
Certificate III in Home & Community Care (new)
Certificate IV in Home & Community Care (new)
Certificate IV in Mediation (new)
Certificate IV in Youth Work

Statements of Attainment

Foundations in Aged Care
Foundations in Home & Community Care

You might also be interested in the following

Nationally recognised courses:
Certificate IV in Frontline Management
Certificate III in Health Services Assistance
Certificate III in Health Support Services
Certificate IV in Medical Practice Assisting

Open Colleges Professional Certificates:
Open Colleges Certificate in Nutrition
Open Colleges Certificate in Physical Therapy Aide
Open Colleges Certificate in Exercise Therapy
Open Colleges Certificate in Life Coaching

What does nationally recognised mean?
Nationally recognised courses are part of the Australian Qualifications Framework.
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What’s the difference between a Nationally Recognised Diploma, Nationally Recognised Certificate, Statement of Attainment and an Open Colleges Professional Certificate?
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Student satisfaction survey results

Industry Snapshot

  • There are a lot of part-time job opportunities in the community services field. Amongst aged and disability carers, over 60% work part-time, making it an ideal field for parents and others needing flexible working arrangements (Source: joboutlook.com.au)
  • The demand for aged care services is expected to increase significantly as our population ages. The number of people aged 65 and over is expected to more than double over the next 40 years (Source: Future Demand for Aged Care Services, Productivity Commission Report)
  • Working in a field where you are helping to improve the quality of life for others can be a fulfilling and rewarding career choice
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