CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services

CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services

This qualification reflects the role of entry level community services workers who support individuals through the provision of person-centred services. Work may include day-to-day support of individuals in community settings or support the implementation of specific community-based programs.

At this level, work takes place under the direction of others and supervision may be direct or indirect. Work may take place in a range of community services organisations.

This qualification does not have a minimum mandatory work placement requirement however, students undertaking CHCVOL001 Be an effective volunteer require the successful completion of at least 20 hours in an organisation with a structured volunteer program.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Subsidised Course Fees

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government. Eligibility criteria applies under NSW Smart and Skilled. Eligibility will be checked and a course fee confirmed prior to enrolment.

New Entrant Traineeship

School Based Traineeship

Fee Free Scholarship

Fee Exemption

Concession

$240

First Qualification

$1,450

Second Qualification

$1,750

Non-subsidised Course Fees

VET in Schools (EVET)

$P.O.A

Check your fee eligibility

Qualification Information

Units of Competency

12 Units to be completed in total: 5 CORE and 7 ELECTIVE units of competency

Unit Code	Unit Title	Core / Elective
CHCCOM005	Communicate and work in health or 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
CHCPRT001	Manage personal stressors in the work environment	Elective
BSBWOR301	Organise personal work priorities and development	Elective
CHCADV001	Facilitate the interests and rights of clients	Elective
BSBINM301	Organise workplace information	Elective
CHCVOL001	Be an effective volunteer	Elective
CHCGRP001	Support group activities	Elective
CHCCCS016	Respond to client needs	Core
CHCLEG001	Work legally and ethically	Elective

Credit can be applied for previously completed units of competency.

Work placement

Work placement opportunities will be identified as part of the enrolment process and students requiring to undertake work placement will be supported to complete this once all necessary milestones have been met.

Outcomes and Career Pathways

Job Roles & Titles Relevant to this Qualification

Upon successful completion of this qualification, occupational titles may include:

Support Worker
Youth Worker

Social Worker
Mental Health Support Worker

Disability Support Worker

Career Pathways

Working in the Community Services industry can be an incredibly rewarding career with a wide range of opportunities.

People who successfully complete this course may choose to continue their studies by completing a Certificate IV qualification or specialising in a particular area such as ageing, disability or home and community care.

As much of the skills and knowledge that you will learn through a career in Community Services are transferrable, this is a great industry for those considering a future career in roles such as nursing or other allied health professions such as occupational therapy, podiatry, social work, psychology or physiotherapy.

Enrolment Options

This qualification can be undertaken through a range of enrolment options including a traineeship, Smart & Skilled entitlement model, fee-for-service enrolment or other Government funded options. More information relating to these options can be found below:

Traineeship

A traineeship combines on-the-job work and formal training with a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to obtain a nationally recognised qualification. Traineeships can be undertaken by fulltime and part-time employees and may attract government subsidies based on eligibility criteria.

	New entrant traineeship	Existing worker traineeship
Fee-free available*	Yes	No
Subsidised fees available*	Yes	No
Employer incentives available*	Yes	Yes
Employment status	Fulltime or Part time	Fulltime or Part time
Minimum employment hours	15 hours per week	15 hours per week
Enrolment duration	12 months	12 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $1,000	$P.O.A

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

VET in Schools Pathways

Vocational Education Training courses (VET Courses) provide an opportunity to achieve a Nationally Recognised qualification or statement of attainment across a broad range of industries, whilst completing your Higher School Certificate. Both VET in Schools options offer direct pathways to further education employment for students, as well as provide a number of benefits to Stage 6 students; however it is important to know the difference between them so that you can chose the right program for you.

The School Based Traineeship (SBAT) program combines paid work, school and a VET qualification, assisting you to gain valuable work skills and experience while you are studying. Instead of completing work placement in blocks, an SBAT completes one day a week in paid employment with their employer in their chosen industry.

	School Based Traineeship (SBAT)
Fee-free scholarships available*	Yes
Subsidised fees available*	Yes
Employer incentives available*	Yes
Employment status	Part time
Minimum employment hours	7 hours per week
Enrolment duration	24 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $1,000

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

EVET is an externally delivered VET course, delivered by a Registered Training Organisation like KARBEN Training Solutions (KTS). An EVET course is delivered as a school subject and will include a mandatory work placement component where you can put your classroom learning into practice!

	VET in Schools (EVET)
Fee-free scholarships available*	No
Subsidised fees available*	No
Employer incentives available*	No
Employment status	NA
Minimum employment hours	NA
Enrolment duration	12 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee*	$P.O.A

Smart and Skilled Entitlement

Smart and Skilled provides eligible students with access to Government-subsidised training.

	Smart and Skilled Entitlement Enrolment (EFQ)
Fee-free scholarships available*	Yes
Subsidised fees available*	Yes
Employer incentives available*	No
Employment status	N/A
Minimum employment hours	N/A
Enrolment duration	12 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee*	$0 – $1,750

*Eligibility criteria applies

This training is subsidised by the NSW Government.

Fee-for-service

Fee-for-service enrolments are available for those who are not eligible or do not wish the study through a Government-subsidised pathway.

	Fee-for-service Enrolment (FFS)
Fee-free scholarships available	No
Subsidised fees available	No
Employer incentives available	No
Employment status	N/A
Minimum employment hours	N/A
Enrolment duration	12 months
Competency-based completion available	Yes
Course fee	$P.O.A

Other options

There may be availability to complete this qualification (in part) through other NSW Government funded pathways including part qualification and pre-vocational programs. In order to access these pathways, an application must be made to the Department with employer support. The duration, commencement/completion dates and units of competency will be identified throughout the application process.

Additionally, there may be availability to study Skill Sets relating to this qualification.

Please contact our team to enquire.

Delivery Pathways

Traineeships

This pathway is for learners undertaking study as part of a signed training contract with their Employer and includes planned site visits.

Work-based

This pathway is for learners employed within the industry and undertaking study with employer support outside of a traineeship.

Classroom delivery

Learning occurs through face-to-face or virtual sessions including weekday, evening and Saturday sessions.

Blended delivery

Learning occurs through a combination of classroom sessions, work-based, virtual and/or distance delivery.

Studying with KARBEN

At KARBEN Training Solutions, we pride ourselves on the support we offer to both students and employers throughout the learning journey.

Student Support

Planned contact with a Trainer/Assessor
Planned contact with a Student Mentor
Access to our dedicated Student Mentors via phone, email and face-to-face by appointment*
Affordable study sessions
Access to a Student Portal
Access to the KTS Resource Library
Regular enrolment updates including assessment outcomes and feedback

* Refer to the Student and Employer Handbook for more information.

Employer Support

Planned contact with a Trainer/Assessor*
Dedicated Client Services Representative
Formal review of traineeship program every 12 months
Access to an Employer Portal
Written feedback after each site visit*
Regular enrolment updates for students including assessment outcomes and feedback*

*Where a student is studying through a traineeship pathway or has provided authority to release information.

Payment Options

Upon successful completion of the enrolment process, an invoice will be issued via email.

Payment plans are available.

Please see our Student and Employer Handbook for Fee Schedule and payment plan options.

How to Enrol

Our pre-enrolment process ensures that you are provided with information to make an informed choice about your studies before making a formal commitment. This process is summarised below and must be completed before we accept your enrolment: