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Certificate II in Community Services


TAFE SA Intake 2012
Duration 6 months Full Time or Part Time equivalent
National Code CHC20108
TAFE SA Code MYF
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Example Career Profile Counsellor and Community Worker
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This course is currently available for 2 different student groups

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Campus Delivery Locations

   Campus SATAC
Code		 Application Study
Mode		 Study
Load		 Scheduled Student
Group
  Port Pirie 528021 Apply Now External FT & PT   Award
  Port Adelaide 553304 Apply Now On Campus FT Day Only Award
  Port Adelaide 553305 Apply Now On Campus PT Day Only Award
  Berri   Apply direct to campus On & Off Campus FT & PT Day Only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders
  Ceduna   Apply direct to campus On & Off Campus FT & PT Day Only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders
  AAC Port Adelaide   Apply direct to campus On & Off Campus FT & PT Day Only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders
  Port Augusta   Apply direct to campus On & Off Campus FT & PT Day Only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders
  Port Lincoln   Apply direct to campus On Campus FT & PT Day Only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders
  AAC Salisbury   Apply direct to campus On & Off Campus FT & PT Day Only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders
  Murray Bridge   Apply direct to campus On & Off Campus FT & PT Day Only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders

Course Notes

Applies to all Student Groups

  • You may enhance your selection for this course by providing additional academic evidence or attending a TAFE SA Assessment of Basic Skills test. Further information can be accessed at www.tafe.sa.edu.au/apply-enrol/tabs.aspx

Expected Employment Outcome Example

This qualification may be used as a pathway qualification into other higher level community services or health qualifications. Workers at this level: May provide assistance and support to clients accessing a service or experiencing issues such as alcohol and/or other drug issues; Assist people in meeting their immediate needs e.g. by providing shelter and food; Provide short-term contact with clients in a crisis situation during which time they establish a helping relationship to define the crisis and provide referral information where appropriate; Report directly to a supervisor and are not responsible for other workers.

Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

Skills Covered

Certificate II in Community Services
5 core units including: prepare for work in the community sector; communicate with people accessing the services of the organisation; follow policies, procedures and programs of the organisation; work with others; plus 6 electives.

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Minimum Entry Requirements

Award - SATAC application process

Any one of:

Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders
Award Course MER will apply.
Contact campus for application and enrolment information.

Note: more information on selection

Qualification/Certification

Successful completion of this course provides you with the:

Certificate II in Community Services (CHC20108)

Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency within this Qualification will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Application Selection

Award - SATAC application process

  • Applications for the 2012 Intake must be made through the centralised TAFE Admissions system via SATAC (South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre) by the advertised date.
  • Applicants can make one application for up to six course preferences.

Note: You must be an Australian Resident to apply for this course. For International Students please visit International Courses.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders
Contact campus for application and enrolment information.

Fees

Charges vary between courses and subjects and are based on a rate per hour. Concessions may be available to holders of certain government concession cards, and in some circumstances fees may be paid by instalment. A brochure detailing the refund of fees policy is available at each campus. The standard TAFE SA fee for State Government-subsidised courses undertaken by students enrolled in two consecutive semesters is capped at $2,210 in 2011. This fee cap does not apply to all courses.

Students are generally expected to purchase their own textbooks, personal equipment, uniforms and stationery.

TAFE SA Pre Enrolment Information

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Note: The fees listed are subject to change at any time and do not commit the Institute to charging the fees indicated.
The information was accurate at the time of publication. TAFE SA and their agents reserve the right to make any changes necessary.

Further Information

For further information about all TAFE SA Courses, phone 1800 882 661 or enquire online