Course
Certificate III in Community Services
- Study locations
- Townsville, Brisbane, Gold Coast
- Delivery modes
- Face-to-Face, Blended, Online, Workplace Based
- Duration
- Up to 12 months
18 months (traineeship) - Units
- 12 units (5 core, 7 elective)
Qualification overview
This qualification reflects the role of entry level community services workers who support individuals through the provision of person-centred services. Work may include day-to-day support of individuals in community settings or support the implementation of specific community-based programs.
At this level, work takes place under the direction of others and supervision may be direct or indirect. Work may take place in a range of community services organisations.
Entry requirements
- This qualification has no entry requirements.
Units of competency
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in 12 units of competency: 5 core units and 7 elective units.
| CHCCCS016 | Respond to client needs |
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
| CHCCCS019 | Recognise and respond to crisis situations |
| CHCADV001 | Facilitate the interests and rights of clients |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCDE003 | Work within a community development framework |
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
Potential educational pathways
Following the achievement of this qualification, students may choose to continue their education with qualifications such as:
- CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services
- a Diploma of Community Services or a Bachelor of Social Work / Human Services at university
Potential career opportunities
- Community Services Worker
- Community Support Worker
- Case Work Assistant
- Family Support Worker
- Youth Support Worker
- Client Contact Officer
Funding, delivery and fees
To understand the funding and eligibility requirements refer to our funding page.
| Study locations | Delivery modes | Duration | Number of units | Funding available | Co-contribution fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsville | Face-to-Face | Up to Twelve (12) months | Twelve (12) | Subsidised Concessional | $6.00 |
| Subsidised Non-Concessional | $12.00 | ||||
| Brisbane Gold Coast |
Blended Online |
Up to Twelve (12) months | Twelve (12) | Subsidised Concessional | $6.00 |
| Subsidised Non-Concessional | $12.00 |
| Study locations | Delivery modes | Duration | Number of units | Co-contribution fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queensland | Workplace Based | Eighteen (18) months | Twelve (12) |
Co-Contribution fees are dependent on the elective units chosen. Fees are paid at a rate of $1.60 per nominal hour, per unit of competency. Price for Priority Population Group (PPG) rates is 40% of full rates. Fee Free Apprenticeship: Yes |
| Study locations | Delivery modes | Duration | Number of units | Funding available | Co-contribution fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Townsville Brisbane Gold Coast |
Face-to-Face Blended Online |
Up to Twelve (12) months | Twelve (12) | Fee-For-Service | $2500.00 |
