Nationally recognised training
VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.
Get job-ready
Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
Work placement
Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff in order to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
Financial support
Government funding may be available for eligible students. Funding is available for vocational education courses that meet skills shortages on a state level.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for VET courses include both national standards and additional criteria set by individual Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
It’s important to review these requirements for each course provider to ensure you meet all necessary prerequisites before applying.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Course fees
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- TAS Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the TAS Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- ACT Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the ACT Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Community Services will prepare you for the following roles.
Case Manager
A Case Manager, also known in some circles as a case worker, plays a huge role in helping clients and patients get the support they need. In genera...
Case Worker
A Case Worker provides support to individuals and families facing social, emotional, and financial challenges. You might work in healthcare, social...
Community Advocate
A Community Advocate supports individuals and groups in accessing services and resources within their communities. You might work with non-profits...
Community Care Worker
Community Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care and group homes. They provide children and adu...
Community Development Worker
A community development worker focuses on how to best enhance the public offerings of the neighbourhood or other community in which they work. Thes...
Community Health Liaison
A Community Health Liaison connects individuals with healthcare services and resources. You may work with healthcare providers or non-profits, focu...
Community Support Worker
Community Support Workers provide personal care services to the elderly, people with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health issues. They...
Family Support Worker
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
Youth Worker
A Youth Worker supports children and young people who are going through a challenging time. You might provide guidance with issues such as homeless...
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