GOTAFE
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This course embodies the responsibilities of community services professionals engaged in providing, overseeing, and harmonising personalised services for individuals, groups, and communities.
At this level, students cultivate specialised proficiencies in the realm of community services, functioning independently within the bounds of their expertise while adhering to overarching directives from senior leadership.
Participants in this program learn to empower individuals in effecting positive transformations in their lives, enhancing both personal and societal welfare. Additionally, they gain insights into supervising fellow workers and volunteers, along with acquiring competencies in tasks such as case management and program coordination.
Delivery mode
GOTAFE 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.
- 152-200 Fryers Street, Shepparton
- 218 Tone Road, Wangaratta
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
GOTAFE entry requirements
Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB)an online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.
Undertake a Pre-training review interview to ensure the course suits their needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
Placement
- National Police Check with no disclosable outcomes (check not less than 6 months old at the time of commencement of placement).
- Working with Children Check - Volunteer (with at least 1 year before expiry).
- National Disability Insurance Scheme Credentials (NDIS Screening check).
Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
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 GOTAFE
GOTAFE is the largest vocational education provider in regional Victoria. Offering over 130 courses across eight campuses, GOTAFE services 11 local government areas with an estimated resident population of over 240,000 people. We service more than 9,000 students per year on average, employ over 500 staff, and we are an intrinsic part of the communities that we serve.
