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    National code: CHC52021

    Diploma of Community Services at Coffs Harbour Education Campus (CHEC)

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    Class details

    Schedule Pace and number of hours.

    Full Time

    Delivery Method of course delivery.

    Combination

    Duration

    Course duration Total time required to complete a course.

    1 year 6 months

    Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.

    15th Oct 2024

    End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.

    2nd Apr 2026

    Time Commitment

    Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.

    18 hours

    Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.

    15 hours

    Fee details

    Course fees are released each semester.

    We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.

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    This course is approved for a Commonwealth VET Student Loan (VSL).

    Proposed timetableWhat time classes run

    This course is currently scheduled on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9.00am to 3.30pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.

    Additional informationOther things to know

    Assessments

    Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.

    • Knowledge assessments: short answer, extended response, research tasks, multiple-choice questions, case studies

    • Skills assessments: projects, roleplays

    • Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving

    • Portfolio of work

    Work placement

    Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.

    • You will undertake a mandatory 200 hours of work placement with a suitable industry employer. Depending on your mode of study, TAFE NSW will arrange your work placement for you or support you to find one.

    Materials needed

    To complete this course, the following materials are required:

    • There are no materials needed for this qualification.

    Additional entry requirements

    To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.

    • There are no additional requirements for this qualification.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Diploma of Community Services qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 20 units of competency, including 12 core and 8 speciality units.

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processesCHCMGT005

    • Recognise and respond to crisis situationsCHCCCS019

    • Work with diverse peopleCHCDIV001

    • Manage legal and ethical complianceCHCLEG003

    Course deliveryCombination study

    Learn through a combination of classroom based, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.

    Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.

    Coffs Harbour Education Campus (CHEC)

    TAFE NSW Coffs Harbour Education Campus is situated a short distance from the beach, almost halfway between the bustling city of Coffs Harbour and the laid-back community of Sawtell. The campus shares a site with the Coffs Harbour Senior College and Southern Cross University to create an innovative and inviting learning environment for students of all disciplines, as well as the Coffs Harbour Innovation Centre, a regional hub fostering innovative, creative and technology-based businesses.

    Campus address

    363 Hogbin Drive Coffs Harbour 2450

    Parking on campus grounds is available.

    Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info

    Coffs Harbour Station is 5500 metres from campus.

    Facilities

    TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.

    • Auditorium and conference room

    • Dedicated design and media computer labs

    • Fully equipped fitness centre and gymnasium

    • Furniture design workshop

    • Gumbaynggirr room Aboriginal learner support centre

    • Hair and beauty training academy

    • Horticultural training centre

    • Maritime training and management facilities

    • Simulated business offices

    • Simulated hospital nursing labs

    • State-of-the-art automotive training workshop

    • Student performance theatre

    • Transport engineering technology centre

    • Welding and metal fabrication workshop

    Student support

    We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.

    • Mon8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Tue8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Wed8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Thu8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Fri8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • SatClosed
    • SunClosed