Course Description
This qualification is ideal for people wanting to work in community services, or entry level community services workers who support individuals within community settings looking to further their skills.
CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services with help you obtain a strong foundational skill set and knowledge base to enter a rewarding career as a support worker. You will learn the core skills necessary to provide quality client support, work with diverse people, assist with empowering and facilitating clients’ interests and advocate for their needs within community services organisations.
This course is delivered by expert teaching staff who have a high degree of industry experience and can guide you successfully through your studies and beyond.
Traineeship
Cornzal understand that employers need options and flexibility in employee training. We are committed to delivering the flexible training plans you need to get the job done. Choose from workplace training, block training, drop-in days, mobile training, or a mix of all these options.
You must already be employed to enrol as an apprentice or trainee with Cornzal Pty Ltd.
Online
Our online learning refers to instruction that is delivered through various multimedia and Internet platforms and applications. Also referred to as web-based learning, e-learning, computer-assisted instruction, and Internet-based learning.
Campus
The benefit of face-to-face education is a great way to enjoy your studies on campus. With adult learning and an adult environment, you are respected, supported and nurtured.
Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one space, such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory, or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools.
Our courses delivered on campus have a combination of online and classroom-based learning. You will also be expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.
Mixed Mode (blended)
Gain the flexibility you need when studying mixed mode with Cornzal. The Certificate III in Community Services consists of online study with on-campus study and the option of vocational placement. This is not mandatory however 80 hours of work experience is recommended. With our online study, you can conveniently access your trainers via Teams, email, and all learning resources are easily accessed in one online location.
This course will be offered at:
Brisbane Campus – Level 1, 433 Boundary Street, Brisbane
Blackstone Campus – 14 Hill Street, Blackstone
The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete the 5 core and 7 elective units listed below.
UNITS OF COMPETENCY & PROGRAM STRUCTURE CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services | ||
Unit Code | Unit Name | Core/Elective |
CHCCCS016 | Respond to clients needs | CORE |
CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health and community services | CORE |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | CORE |
HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care | CORE |
HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment | CORE |
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
You will be required to complete the Learning, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Assessment to identify any Learning Support needs we can assist you with.
It is recommended that you understand basic business and technology ideas, which may have been acquired through previous training, qualifications and/or work experience.
You will be required to access and use technology to complete the learning assessment activities and resources within this course.
Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways, including observation, written assessment, questioning, third-party feedback, and if you are currently working in the industry, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning.
Students are encouraged to undertake a minimum of 80 hours work experience within the Community Services sector to provide experience and context for the types of settings and roles. Students who choose to participate in voluntary work experience may be required to obtain a blue card and/or criminal history check dependent on the requirements of their work experience provider.
Vaccination requirements
Vaccinations may be required by the owner or operator of the facility providing your placement. These requirements will be provided to the student, prior to arrangements being made for the completion of vocational placement.
This qualification provides a pathway to work in roles such as:
Community Health Support Worker
Case Support Worker
Residential Support Worker
Child Protection Worker
Outreach Worker