Community Volunteer

A Community Volunteer gives their time to help other people in need. You might work with a not-for-profit group, a community services provider or a government organisation. Community Volunteers assist with a range of tasks or they may simply provide companionship for people in care such as in a hospital or a nursing home. You might also volunteer your time with fundraising or administrative tasks.

To be a Community Volunteer you’ll need to have excellent listening skills. You’ll need to be able to follow directions and communicate well with people in a range of settings. Community Volunteers should be understanding and patient. You might also have to be flexible with the tasks you do.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $0
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a community volunteer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC34015

Certificate III in Active Volunteering

On Campus, Online
12 months
$2,500 - $5,250
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC24015

Certificate II in Active Volunteering

Distance, On Campus, Online
6 - 12 months
$0 - $1,990
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Volunteer
CHC14015

Certificate I in Active Volunteering

Distance, On Campus
12 months
$0 - $750
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Community Volunteer
10725NAT

Course in Preliminary Spoken and Written English

On Campus
9 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Human Services

Distance, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $66,192
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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