CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services
CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services
About this course
METS trainers will inspire you to support individuals through the provision of person-centred services. Work may include day-to-day support of individuals in community settings or support with the implementation of specific community-based programs.
You’ll learn how to work with a diverse range of people, assessing and considering individual needs while maintaining communication with a diverse range of service providers.
Community Services is one of the fastest-growing sectors in Australia, and the diversity this career path offers is very broad. You could work with children and families, senior citizens, people with disabilities or mental illnesses, immigrants, or the homeless.
This nationally-recognised course consists of 5 core units, and 7 electives.
- Care Worker
- Personal Care Assistant
- Community Services/Support Worker
- Children’s Service Worker
- Disability Support Worker
- Neighbourhood Centre Worker
12 Months
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. Student’s must have computer literacy and literacy skills and be above the age of 16 to enrol. Students under the age of 18 will require a parent or guardians’ permission to enrol.
There are a wide variety of funding options available. From government funding through to fee-for-service. To find out what you are eligible for, click here.
- CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs
- HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the work environment
- HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices for direct client care
- CHCGRP001 Support group activities
- CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
- CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
- CHCCCS036 Support relationships with carer and family
- BSBPEF301 Organise personal work priorities
Education pathways after completing CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services may include:
- CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services
- CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services
Course Enquiry
START DATE
Enrol Anytime
DURATION
12 Months
MODES OF LEARNING
Workplace Traineeships, Online Learning, Classroom Courses
FAQs
To be eligible to commence a traineeship, a participant must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident working full or part time (minimum 15 hours). The participant must have the support of their employer, an accredited RTO (like METS) and an Australian Apprenticeship Centre.
Check to see if you are eligible here:
https://education.nsw.gov.au/skills-nsw/apprentices-and-trainees/low-cost-and-free-training-options/smart-and-skilled
Finding a traineeship is similar to finding any job. You’ll need to network with employers and job recruitment agencies and market yourself within your chosen sector.
If a participant is ineligible for a traineeship due to their employment status (casual, part-time working under 15 hours etc.), they can still complete the course through a Self-Paced course. Depending on their circumstances, learners may qualify for Smart and Skilled funding or choose to enrol through a Fee-for-Service payment arrangement.
For those ineligible for a traineeship due to residency status, completing the qualification may still be possible through a Fee-for-Service option, although Visa restrictions may apply. We recommend consulting your immigration officer and reaching out to us for guidance on your specific eligibility and options. For more information click here: Learn more about Smart and Skilled
Depending on the unit of study, you will complete both theory and practical based assessments to achieve competency in your qualification. Assessments may include short answer, project work, case students and reflection logs.
Yes. Under certain circumstances your traineeship can be extended, however this process can take some time and applying for an extension should be considered as a last resort. You should speak to us and/or your Australian Apprenticeship Centre if you are considering applying for an extension.
To determine if you are eligible to complete an RPL, you would need to complete our Eligibility Checklist form.
Please contact our administration team on 02 9838 3567 or email info@mets.edu.au requesting the form.
For more information, visit: https://mets.edu.au/ways-to-learn/recognition-of-prior-learning/
