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CHC42021| 112371H

Certificate IV in Community Services

This mid-level qualification will help you advance your career in community services by giving you the skills you need to support individuals and groups through person-centered services. Whether you are seeking to start a career in community services or want to further develop your existing skills, Certificate IV in Community Services is a great choice.

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Classroom-based training

TRAINING LOCATIONS

Brisbane | Gold Coast

TUITION FEES

Onshore: $9,500 | Offshore: $11,000

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CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services will give you the practical skills and knowledge to work with a diverse range of people in community, residential and health care settings. It will also equip you with the foundation skills required to undertake further study in the field. This qualification is also a pathway to tertiary education.

Why study this course?

Progress your career in the community services sector with this intermediate-level course that will qualify you to work in a diverse range of settings. Certificate IV in Community Services will give you the practical skills and knowledge to work with a diverse range of people in the community, residential and healthcare settings. It will also equip you with the foundation skills required to undertake further study in the field.

The Community Services Industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in Australia with an estimated 50,000+ new jobs to be created within the industry by 2023 (Source: joboutlook.gov.au).

After the completion of this course, you will be ready to take on a variety of job roles within the industry like –

  • Community Support Worker
  • Welfare Support Worker
  • Case Worker (Community Services)
  • Domestic Violence Worker
  • Outreach Officer
  • Community Education Workers
  • Court Support Worker
  • Community Legal Officers
  • Welfare Rights Worker
  • Family Support Worker

The total course duration for CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services is 52 weeks. This includes:

  • Compulsory orientation and course induction on the first Monday of every month.
  • 20 hours per week x 52 weeks (inclusive of compulsory holiday breaks)

DP Training offers a class based mode of study including:

  • Classroom-based training
  • Written workbooks
  • Case study/simulated role play
  • Oral questioning/ examination

DP Training Campus

  • Brisbane – 162 Abbotsford Road, Bowen Hills QLD 4006
  • Gold Coast –Level 3, Unit 7, 52 Davenport Street, Southport QLD 4215

There are no formal entry requirements for this course. Applicants should be a minimum of 17 years of age at the time of application and must be 18 years of age at the commencement of the course. Students must also be able to obtain several security clearance checks.

We accept the following English tests and levels for entry into VET courses.

TestVET Requirements
IELTS Academic ModuleMinimum overall score of 5.5 with no individual band less than 5.0
Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)Minimum overall score of 170
Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic ModuleMinimum overall score of 42 with no less than 36 in Writing, Listening and speaking
TOEFL Internet Based Test (iBT)Minimum overall score of 46 with a minimum writing score of 21

Prospective students must complete in FULL an International Student Application Form, attaching ALL requisite supporting documentation, submitting via email to: info@dptrainingconsultancy.com

 OnshoreOffshore
Tuition$9,500$11,000
Application Fee (non-refundable)$300$300
Course
Material Fee
$300$300
Total$10,100$11,600
Please find the complete course fee guide here.

DP training offers Flexible payment plans for international students. Contact us for details.

 TuitionApplication Fee
(non-refundable)
Course
Material Fee
Total
Onshore$9,500$300$300$10,100
Offshore$11,000$300$300$11,600
Please find the complete course fee guide here.

DP training offers Flexible payment plans for international students. Contact us for details.

CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services is made up of 15 Units of Competency (7 core units and 8 elective units). DP Training has selected these elective units to reflect the current needs of the industry.

Students must meet the theory and practical requirements of each unit of competency within the course duration of 52 weeks.

Core Units
Unit CodeUnit Name
CHCADV001Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
CHCCOM002Use communication to build relationships
CHCDFV001Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001Work legally and ethically
CHCPRP001Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
HLTWHS002Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Elective Units
Unit CodeUnit Name
CHCCCS006Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
CHCCCS004Assess co-existing needs
CHCCCS010Maintain a high standard of service
CHCCOM001Provide first point of contact
CHCMHS001Work with people with mental health issues
CHCCCS020Respond effectively to behaviours of concern
HLTWHS006Manage personal stressors in the work environment
CHCCCS009Facilitate responsible behavior
To receive an award for this qualification Students are required to complete all units listed above as competent within a period of 52 weeks.