Certificate IV in Community Services
CHC42015
Certificate IV in Community Services – CHC42015
Course Overview
Build on your knowledge and gain the skills to care for your community. The Certificate IV in Community Services is the recognised qualification to become a qualified Community Services Worker.
You'll learn to design and deliver person-centred services to individuals and groups, and provide support, advocacy, and intervention across a range of groups.
This course is available as part of the Free TAFE scheme for eligible students.
Career Pathways
This course prepares you to work in the Community Services industry. Roles you may be qualified for include:
- Aboriginal Health Education Officer
- Community Support Worker
- Domestic Violence Worker
- Women's Health Educator
- Case Worker
- Early Intervention Homelessness Worker
- Community Legal Officer
- Family Support Worker
- Tenant Advice and Advocacy Worker
Further Study
After graduating, you might like to undertake further study in the Diploma of Community Services.
Course Dates & Times
Benalla - Samaria Road
3 days p/week - 2 day classroom, 1 day drop-in - Semester 2 / 2019
Cobram
3 Days a Week/inc Structured Study Session - 9am to 4pm / 2019
Shepparton - Fryers Street
Starts Monday 3rd Feb, 3 Days a week (Wed,Thu,Fri) , 9am to 4pm / 2020
Starts Monday 3rd Feb, 2 Evenings a week (Mon,Tue), 5pm - 8pm / 2020
Starts Monday 13th July, 3 Days a week (Wed,Thu,Fri), 9am - 4pm / 2020
Starts Thursday 2nd July, 2 Evenings a week (Mon,Tue), 5pm - 8pm / 2020
Wangaratta - Docker Street
Starts Monday 3rd Feb, 3 Days a week (Wed,Thu,Fri), 9am - 4pm / 2020
Starts Monday 13th July, 3 Days a week (Wed,Thu,Fri), 9am - 4pm / 2020
Fee Information
All applicants fall under one of the following:
To be elegible for a government subsidy you must:
- Be an Australian citizen; or
- A new holder of a permanent visa; or
- A New Zealand citizen
All applicants are liable for the following costs:
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees and charges are correct at time of publication for 2019 and may change without notice. 2020 fees are yet to be published.
Students will be invoiced for the components of the course that they are enrolled into for each year or semester.
Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:
- Classroom activity consumables, handouts and booklets
- E-Learning resources and associated license access fees
- Excursions
Additionally some courses require students to purchase or supply text books, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.
Entry Requirements
Training package entry requirements
There are no training package entry requirements for this qualification
GOTAFE preferred entry requirements
Before being accepted into the course applicants must:
- Attend an interview
- Undertake a Pre-training Review to document previous work experience and qualifications and assess suitability for the course
- Complete a Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) test to ensure the required language, literacy and numeracy levels are met for the course
Course Study Units
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods may include:
- Knowledge test/quiz
- Presentation
- Workplace observation/demonstration
- Written
Course Co-ordinator
Damien Stevens-Todd
Campus: Shepparton
Attendance & Commitment
It is important that students commit to all course requirements, including study and assessments the student may need to complete outside their normal training sessions.
Training hours may vary depending on the number of units a prospective student plans to study and the study mode.
Students are encouraged to attend all face-to-face sessions and participate in webinars.
Full time enrolled students attend classes 3 days per week over a 5 month period.
Part time students attend classes 2 evenings per week over a 12 month period.
Where to From Here
If you need any further clarification of the information provided please contact one of our client service officers on 1300 468 233 who can assist you or click Enquire Now.
Educational Support Services
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.
Student Support
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you will be welcome to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Welfare Unit. These services are designed to best support you to successfully complete your course.
Services include on campus supports and remote supports
- Counselling
- employment information
- careers
- activities etc.
Learner's Rights
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.
Skills Recognition
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
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