Australian Harbour International College
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)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.
Delivery mode
Australian Harbour International College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
- Level 4, 114-120 Castlereagh Street, Sydney
- Level 1, 84 – 86 Mary Street, Surry Hills
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Have an IELTS* score of 5.5 overall, no less than 5.0. English language competence can also be demonstrated through documented evidence of any of the following:
- Successfully completed a Certificate IV level course in an Australian RTO; or
- Successful completion of AHIC's English Placement Test; or
- Upper-Intermediate level of English completed in Australia
*Note that other English language tests such as PTE and TOEFL can be accepted. Students are required to provide their results so that it can be confirmed they are equivalent to IELTS 5.5.
For Packaged courses, the student cannot progress to the higher qualification unless the student has (successfully) completed the lower qualification
Admission criteria for this program also includes the student’s agreement and ability to undertake the following:
- Attend and participate in scheduled training and assessment.
- Have physical and sensory abilities to participate in workplace tasks and expectations and handle industry standard equipment.
- Comply with the RTO code of conduct requirements, directions on work, and health and safety matters.
- Comply with standardised student induction protocols for clinical placement including mandatory pre-screening checks for working in health services in NSW.
- Be at least 18 years of age and have completed the equivalent of Year 12.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of 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...
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...
Community Development Officer
Community Development Officers are employed by government organisations and non-profits to develop and deliver community-based programs for the ben...
Program Coordinator
A Program Coordinator oversees the development of a range of business projects. You might manage a team of staff and handle tasks such as budgeting...
About Australian Harbour International College
Australian Harbour International College is located in Sydney CBD, which provides one of the best environments for unique learning and social experiences.
