National code: CHC52021
Diploma of Community Services (Child, Youth and Family Welfare) at Coffs Harbour Education Campus (CHEC)
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.
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.
Theory based knowledge assessments: written and research based projects
Skills assessments: case studies
Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation, presentations,
Simulated workplace projects: scenario-based problem solving, role play scenarios
A workplace portfolio
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 (Child, Youth and Family Welfare) 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
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au