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Your path to a rewarding and worthwhile career in community services
The community services industry is one of the largest in Australia. Secure and growing, even in uncertain times.
Gain knowledge and skills will equip you to design and deliver person–centred services for individuals and community groups with diverse and complex needs. You will be able to build effective relationships with clients from all backgrounds, and advocate for their interests and rights.
The Federal Government estimates that the demand for welfare and community workers will be very strong over the next 5 years. See joboutlook.gov.au
Unique training environment
You will learn from experienced practitioners, currently working in the field, who will support you at every stage of your learning.
Work at your own pace, in a flexible blended learning environment.
Our knowledge, experience and reputation will ensure you graduate ready to secure employment in this important field.
Employment opportunities
Graduates will be qualified to work in a variety of community services settings. This could include;
- community work
- aged care
- disability work
- mental health
- drug education
- youth work
- advocacy
- crisis intervention
- multicultural services
- and more.
Course delivery, tuition fees and SA Government subsidies
All courses are 12 months full-time.
Delivered via blended learning, a mix of online learning and face-to-face classroom sessions.
Courses are subsidised through the South Australian Government. Eligibility and subsidy criteria apply. To check your eligibility visit www.skills.sa.gov.au.
Certificate III in Community Services
12 face-to-face classroom contact days. This program is equivalent to approx. 5 hours of study per week via self-directed learning online. If you are eligible for SA Government subsidy, total fees are $850. Full fee is $3,500. |
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Certificate IV in Community Services
12 face-to-face classroom contact days. This program is equivalent to 5 to 10 hours of study per week via self-directed learning online. If you are eligible for SA Government subsidy, total fees are $1,000. Full fee is $5,000. |
Certificate IV in Youth Work
14 face-to-face classroom contact days. This program is equivalent to 5 to 10 hours of study per week via self-directed learning online. If you are eligible for SA Government subsidy, total fees are $1,000. Full fee is $5,000. |
Diploma of Community Services
If you are eligible for SA Government subsidy, total fees are $1,125. Full fee is $6,500. |
