Certificate III in Community Services Work
This course is currently available for 2 different student groups
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Campus Delivery Locations
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Campus |
SATAC
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Study
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Murray Bridge
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610007 |
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External |
FT & PT |
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Award |
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Noarlunga
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615315 |
Applications Closed
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On Campus |
PT |
Day & Evening |
Award |
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Salisbury
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622028 |
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On Campus |
FT |
Day Only |
Award |
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Salisbury
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622312 |
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On Campus |
PT |
Day Only |
Award |
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Gilles Plains
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640308 |
Applications Closed
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On Campus |
FT |
Day & Evening |
Award |
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Gilles Plains
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640309 |
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On Campus |
PT |
Day & Evening |
Award |
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Gawler
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643031 |
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On & Off Campus |
FT & PT |
Day Only |
Award |
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Port Adelaide
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653026 |
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On & Off Campus |
PT |
Day Only |
Award |
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Information Session:
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An orientation session for students with an offer from SATAC will be held on Tuesday February 14th 2012 from 9.30 am until 4pm.
Please phone 8303 2648 if you have further questions.Community Services |
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Port Adelaide
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653031 |
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On & Off Campus |
FT |
Day Only |
Award |
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Information Session:
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An orientation session for students with an offer from SATAC will be held on Tuesday February 14th 2012 from 9.30 am until 4pm.
Please phone 8303 2648 if you have further questions.Community Services |
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AAC Adelaide City |
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direct to campus |
On & Off Campus |
FT & PT |
Day Only |
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders |
Course Notes
Applies to all Student Groups
- A satisfactory police check will be required at the expense of the student prior to commencing a vocational work placement or gaining employment.
Expected Employment Outcome Example
This qualification applies to community work delivered through a broad range of service which provide support to individuals and groups and is appropriate for support workers, case workers and client contact officers. Generally these positions have direct contact with clients, identify presenting needs and refer to appropriate services and support.
Occupational titles may include: client contact; community care worker, neighbourhood centre worker.
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 III in Community Services Work
8 core units including: work within the administration protocols of the organisation; work within a community development framework; communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues; provide first point of contact; work effectively in the community sector; participate in networks; participate effectively in the work environment; plus 5 electives.
Modules/Units: View Modules/Units
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 III in Community Services Work (CHC30108)
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