Course Code | CHC40321 |
Locations |
Workplace training
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Study Mode | Full-time, Part-time |
Length | Two years |
Commencement | Start any time |
Timetable | Workplace training and assessments plus monthly workshops |
This qualification reflects the role of those who work in youth and family intervention, including practice specialisations in residential and out of home care, family support and early intervention.
Workers operate under a broad supervision framework and within clearly defined organisational guidelines, service plans and position specifications.
The program aims to develop an awareness of the issues children and young people face if subjected to family violence, abuse and neglect and provides a theoretical base to assist children and young people to recover from such situations.
Upon successful completion, you will be equipped to work in:
This course provides a pathway to the Diploma of Community Services.
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You must be employed as a trainee with a registered employer in the community services industry.
To be eligible for this qualification you must successfully complete 16 units: 10 core and 6 elective.
Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
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CHCCCS006 | Facilitate individual service planning and delivery | 120 | $0.00 |
CHCCOM002 | Use communication to build relationships | 55 | $0.00 |
CHCDEV001 | Confirm client developmental status | 60 | $0.00 |
CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 40 | $0.00 |
CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | 25 | $0.00 |
CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | 55 | $0.00 |
CHCPRT001 | Identify and Respond to Children and Young People at Risk | 40 | $0.00 |
CHCPRT003 | Work collaboratively to maintain an environment safe for children and young people | 50 | $0.00 |
CHCPRT005 | Work within a practice framework | 50 | $0.00 |
HLTWHS001 | Participate in Workplace Health and Safety | 20 | $0.00 |
Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
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CHCCCS009 | Facilitate responsible behaviour | 40 | $0.00 |
CHCCCS016 | Respond to client needs | 60 | $0.00 |
CHCDIS007 | Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability | 100 | $0.00 |
CHCFAM003 | Support people to improve relationships | 60 | $0.00 |
CHCFAM009 | Facilitate family intervention strategies | 75 | $0.00 |
CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues | 80 | $0.00 |
CHCMHS007 | Work effectively in trauma informed care | 40 | $0.00 |
CHCPRT009 | Provide primary residential care | 90 | $0.00 |
CHCPRT010 | Work with children and young people with complex trauma and attachment issues and needs | 75 | $0.00 |
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Once you have applied for your chosen course, you will receive a thank you email from South West TAFE with a few steps to help process your enrolment.
Complete a Pre-Training Review
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Create or provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
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Skills recognition
If you have experience or prior qualifications, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning and gain credits. You will be asked to provide any relevant Statement of Attainment to support identified credits.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
Your fees each year can be made up of 3 different elements. Everyone has different circumstances that can affect what you pay and how much you pay. :
There are 4 different rates of tuition fees. Only one will apply to you (depending on your eligibility and circumstances).
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FEES AND ELIGIBILITY
The fees listed below are indicative only. The course fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Course fee funding is made available to eligible individuals by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect opportunities to access additional funding in the future. An accurate quote for this course will be provided during the enrolment process.
Course fees by student type | Indicative Course Fee |
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Government subsidised rate (if eligible) | $2,855.00 |
Concession rate | $575.00 |
Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $10,150.00 |
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
Additional course fees | Indicative Course Fee |
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Course consumable/materials (approximate) | $0.00 |
Once we have processed your enrolment form, you will receive an email with your invoice.
You have three options when organising your payment:
Payments will need to be arranged within five(5) business days of receiving the email containing your invoice.
We also offer a range of scholarships each year which you may be eligible to apply for to assist with course fees.
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