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Course code: CHC52021CS | CRICOS Code: 114627F
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Diploma of Community Services - (Part of Package)
OverviewAbout this pathway
A TAFE NSW vocational pathway allows you to carefully plan your study to achieve your career goals. This pathway allows you to study the Certificate IV in Community Services (1 Year) and the Diploma of Community Services - (Part of Package) (1 Year).
When you apply for these courses together, you can apply for your Student Visa to cover the duration of your study.
Courses includedThis pathway includes
CRICOS Code: 113587F | National Code: CHC42021
Make a lasting impact on people's lives building a career in the community services sector with Certificate IV in Community Services. In this course, you'll develop the essential skills and expertise to excel in various community service roles.
Learn how to provide quality care across diverse areas such as child protection, mental health, domestic violence, disability, and alcohol and drugs.
Upon completion, you'll be prepared for a wide range of job opportunities within the community services sector. You'll also be prepared for further study with the Diploma of Community Services.
TAFE NSW is renowned for its commitment to high quality, practical learning. By choosing us, you're joining a community of people dedicated to uplifting society. With our guidance, you'll learn to provide client-centered support that truly makes a difference.
Subject area: Community ServicesENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Academic Requirements:
- Year 10 or equivalent
English Language Requirements:
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you need may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
COURSE INTAKES
for 2025
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Dubbo | Feb, Jul | $13,630 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb (Full), Jul | $13,630 AUD |
for 2026
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Dubbo | Feb, Jul | $13,630 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $13,630 AUD |
CRICOS Code: 114627F | National Code: CHC52021
The Diploma of Community Services equips you with the skills and knowledge to support diverse clients with unique challenges. As you study, you'll develop skills in relationship building, organisational policy development, strategic service planning, and making informed referrals.
You’ll learn to lead cases under the supervision of experienced mentors, as you navigate the complexities of service program design, socio-legal considerations, and diversity. You might also explore trauma care or other niche areas.
In this course, you'll have the opportunity to undertake 200 hours of work placement that will broaden your skills and knowledge. You will establish your professional network by building relationships with employers, colleagues and other students.
Subject area: Community ServicesENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Academic Requirements:
English Language Requirements:
- Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
TAFE NSW makes every effort to ensure your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) needs are met. The level of support you need may be assessed via a review of your LLN skills with written tasks and a one-on-one interview. If you need to strengthen your LLN skills, an individual training plan will be created with you.
COURSE INTAKES
for 2025
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Bankstown | Feb, Jul | $10,500 AUD |
| Dubbo | Jul | $10,500 AUD |
| Nirimba | Feb, Jul | $10,500 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $10,500 AUD |
for 2026
| Locations | Starting dates | Course fees |
|---|---|---|
| Bankstown | Feb, Jul | $10,500 AUD |
| Dubbo | Feb, Jul | $10,500 AUD |
| Nirimba | Feb, Jul | $10,500 AUD |
| Ultimo | Feb, Jul | $10,500 AUD |
SuitabilityIs this pathway suitable?
It is important that your chosen study pathway is right for you. All courses have requirements for your application which help determine your suitability for a course. At TAFE NSW we want you to be confident in your decision and successful in your studies.
- Academics: Year 10 or equivalent
- English: Academic IELTS 6.0 (with no individual band less than 5.5) or equivalent
- Location Requirements: Certificate IV in Community Services is Only offered at TAFE NSW Dubbo and Ultimo.
- Diploma of Community Services is offered at TAFE NSW Bankstown, Dubbo, Nirimba and Ultimo with direct credits from Certificate IV in Community Services.