Certificate IV in Community Services Work
Campus Delivery Locations
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SATAC
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Study
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Noarlunga
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715317 |
Applications Closed
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On Campus |
PT |
Day & Evening |
Award |
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Noarlunga
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715321 |
Applications Closed
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On Campus |
FT |
Day & Evening |
Award |
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Port Pirie
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728012 |
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External |
FT & PT |
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Award |
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Gilles Plains
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740027 |
Applications Closed
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On Campus |
FT |
Day & Evening |
Award |
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Gilles Plains
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740028 |
Applications Closed
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On Campus |
PT |
Day & Evening |
Award |
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Port Adelaide
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753312 |
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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 Thursday February 16th 2012 from 9.30 am until 4pm. Community Services |
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At this campus the course is only offered full time for 6 months and the majority of the course is studied at Bower Place in the City. For further information please contact Community Services & Health on 8303 2648. |
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. All students are required to complete vocational placements (unless currently employed in an appropriate setting) and be assessed in the workplace. Most organisations also require Child Safe Environments and Senior First Aid Certificates.
Expected Employment Outcome Example
This qualification applies to workers who provide a wide range of services and interventions to clients, and/or who implement community based education and interventions. Work may take place in a range of contexts such as community based organisations, residential rehabilitation services and outreach services and workers may have supervisory responsibilities.
Occupational titles may include: case worker, community services worker, outreach officer, support 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 IV in Community Services Work
10 core units: work within a community development framework; identify and respond to children and young people at risk; use targeted communication skills to build relationships; work within a relevant legal and ethical framework; work effectively in the community sector; deliver and develop client services; respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately; maintain an effective work environment; work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers; contribute to OHS processes; plus 4 electives.
Modules/Units: View Modules/Units
Minimum Entry Requirements
Award - SATAC application process
Any one of:Note: more information on selection
Qualification/Certification
Successful completion of this course provides you with the:
Certificate IV in Community Services Work (CHC40708)
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.
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