Certificate lll in Community Services Work

Certificate lll in Community Services Work (CHC30108)

WHAT IS THIS COURSE ABOUT?

We are offering a Nationally Accredited Certificate lll in Community Services Work. This qualification will provide you with the practical skills and knowledge to work effectively with individuals and groups, in residential and community settings, to identify their needs and plan and develop appropriate services to meet those needs.

You will learn about the community services sector including mental health, alcohol and other drug services and domestic violence  services. You will learn skills in effective communication, gathering, maintaining and providing information, advocacy and comunity development processes, ethical behaviour and legal responsibilities of community workers.

Listed below are some of the units covered in the course content followed by some of the job roles relevant to the training:

Work Within the Administration Protocols of the Organisation

Work within a Community Development Framework

Communicate Appropriately With Clients and Colleagues

Provide First Point of Contact

Work Effectively in the Community Sector

Participate in Networks

Participate Effectively in the Work Environment

Contribute to OHS Processes

Job Roles

Community Advocate

Youth Worker

Aged Care Worker

Disability Worker

Group Worker in Juvenile Justice.

WHAT DO I NEED TO DO TO GAIN ENTRY INTO THIS COURSE?

This course does not have any prerequisites for entry.

WHEN DOES THIS COURSE START?

For the course commencement and end dates please contact the training team on (08) 9550 1111 or via email on training@bridgingthegap.org.au

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THIS COURSE?

It is anticipated that students enrolling in this course will take 6 months to complete the required units and assessments.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

Students will need to demonstrate that they are competent in all aspects of each unit of competency within this qualification. At Bridging the Gap we use many methods of skill and knowledge assessment. We pride ourselves on creating a comfortable and relaxed  ssessment environment and cater to the needs of each individual student.

WILL I BE ELIGIBLE FOR GOVERNMENT ASSISTANCE?

If you are a Jobs Services Australia or Centrelink client contact your Jobs Services Provider. Alternatively for information on government assistance please visit the Australian Department of Human Services website.

IS IT POSSIBLE FOR MY PRIOR EXPERIENCES AND STUDY TO BE RECOGNISED?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available on request. RPL assesses the current competencies of each individual candidate.
Candidates may have achieved skills in their study, work and life experience. See our RPL information page for more details.

WHERE CAN I GO FROM HERE?

On completion of your Certificate lll in Community Services Work your future options are open to entering the workplace or
continuing on to further study. Your future study options include the relevant Certificate, lV, Diploma or onto University to complete further study.

WHO SHOULD I CONTACT FOR MORE INFORMATION?

For more information please contact:

The Training Team Bridging the Gap Inc.
10 Leghorn Street,
Rockingham WA. 6168
Phone: (08) 9550 1111
Email: training@bridgingthegap.org.au