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Make a difference to people's lives.
This course will introduce you to the community services industry. You'll gain the essential theoretical knowledge and practical skills by completing this qualification.
You'll cover language, literacy and numeracy; further study and job options; study skills as well as communication and computing.
You will gains skills in:
- Communication
- Information provision and processing
- Administration support
- Networking
- Group support.
Start on your path to a career in Community Services, Aged Care, Children's Services or Disability Services.
Half price fees apply! Â
This course is half price for everyone (excl. school students) as part of the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative. Fees are also capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more about half price the fee cap eligibility here.
^ Please note: You'll pay half price for the course fees, other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your course.
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
Job opportunities include:
- Assistant community services worker
- Personal Care Assistant
- Support Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Youth Worker
For more information about job and career pathways, visit JobOutlook(opens in a new tab)  or Jobs and Skills WA
Please note: This list is a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
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Certificate III in Community Services
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Certificate IV in Community Services
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Diploma of Community Services
We offer a range of further study opportunities, view our course list here.Â
Locations and study options
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