Federation University
Bachelor of Community and Human Services
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationAre you passionate about helping people? Would you like to be able to provide support and assistance to a range of individuals, families and communities that are experiencing family violence, poverty, homelessness, mental health or living with disability? In this degree, you'll learn the important skills and ethics needed for helping to improve the lives of others. You'll spend time in the industry, putting your skills into practice and experiencing real-life situations. This degree will prepare you for a career as a counsellor, in social research, youth justice, family and disability support, aged care, community engagement courses and more.
You'll learn the professional skills needed to succeed in the workplace, like communications and interpersonal skills and the theories behind your practices. Your subjects include 'social policy', 'social issues and personal values ' and ' Australian indigenous societies'. You can also choose subjects from any other FedUni Arts degree, to learn a language, about public relations or politics.
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Work Placement
This course requires a total of 650 placement hours, across 18 weeks.- 100 Clyde Rd, Berwick, VIC
- 107 Lydiard St, Ballarat Central, VIC
- 7 Camp St, Ballarat Central, VIC
- Gillies St, Lake Wendouree, Ballarat, VIC
- Mount Helen, Ballarat, VIC
- Northways Rd, Churchill, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Admissions Criteria for current Year 12 students and recent secondary graduates (the past 2 years)
Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 20 in any English.
Admission criteria for applicants with a Higher Education Study
Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory course such as the Federation Access Studies Program (FAST).
Admission criteria for applications with a Vocational Education and Training study
Successful completion of a relevant VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
Extra requirements
- Working with Children (WWC)
- National Police Record Check
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Community and Human Services will prepare you for the following roles.
Community Development Officer
Community Development Officers are employed by government organisations and non-profits to develop and deliver community-based programs for the ben...
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...
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...
Family Support Worker
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
Disability Advocate
A Disability Advocate supports individuals with disabilities by ensuring their rights and needs are met within various systems. You may work in com...
Mental Health Advocate
A Mental Health Advocate supports individuals facing mental health challenges by promoting their rights and accessing appropriate services. You mig...
About Federation University
At Federation University, the desire to transform lives and enhance communities informs everything we do. From research that improves people’s lives right around the world, to supporting our students to succeed at their studies and in life – we make a difference.
