Rhodes 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 support people to make change in their lives to improve personal and social wellbeing. They may also have responsibility for the supervision of other workers and volunteers and they may also undertake case management and program coordination.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 200 hours of supervised work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
Delivery mode
Rhodes College offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Work Placement
Complete mandatory hands-on training in a workplace setting.
- Level 3, 118 Queen Street, Melbourne
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Any one of the below:
- Completion of senior high school to the Australian Year 12 or equivalent
- Mature age students can also enter based on an interview with Rhodes College staff
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 Rhodes College
Rhodes College was established in 2006 in Melbourne, Australia. Our range of approved courses includes Work Health and Safety, Business, Leadership & Management, Human Resources, Aged Care and Community Services delivered from our central Melbourne locations in Queen Street.
