Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, we have adapted our course delivery to now encompass a combination of remote and flexible delivery methods. This includes easy to navigate online tutorials, video conferencing (classroom simulation) as well as face-to-face practical assessments and work placements – where safe and practical to implement. Therefore, you will require access to the internet and a computer to undertake this course.
Our flexible model allows you to continue to study in a safe, guided and fully supported manner with continued access to all learning, personal and wellbeing supports.
You will be advised by your facilitator on a case by case basis in relation to practical and work placement assessments, as some flexibility will be required during this challenging time.
Next intake - January 2021
The total program hours are 1365 delivered over three semesters (18 months). Classes are usually held two days per week, 9 – 4 pm, with a one-hour lunch break and a morning tea break, with an average of 12 face-to-face contact hours per week. Students must undertake placement in an approved workplace of a minimum of 400 hours over two separate 10 week blocks. There is an online component which requires students to complete assessment tasks, read/ view resources each week and participate in online forums.
Our Diploma of Community Services is also ACWA (Australian Community Workers Association) Accredited, which requires the completion of 400 hours of practical placement hours within a Community Service setting.
You may be entitled to free tuition fees for this course if you meet the eligibility criteria for the State Government’s FREE TAFE for Priority Courses initiative. It's important to know that you may incur other fees, such as student services fees or materials fees, and you'll need to cover these costs yourself.
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This qualification reflects the roles of community services, case management and social housing workers involved in the managing, co-ordinating and/or delivering of person-centred services to individuals, groups and communities. At this level, workers have specialised skills in community services and work autonomously under broad directions from senior management. Workers are usually providing direct support to individuals or groups of individuals. Workers may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers and/or case management; program coordination or the development of new business opportunities.
Upon successful completion of the Diploma of Community Services at Bendigo TAFE students may transition, with credits, to the Bachelor program of their choice (Bachelor of Community Services or Bachelor of Human Services).
Your fees are made up of four parts.
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