Youth Off The Streets
Diploma of Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Start now. Graduate in months. Lead change in your community.
At Youth Off The Streets (RTO #41450), we train community services professionals who are ready to make a difference. Our trainers are highly experienced supporting vulnerable people through real-world programs.
This diploma is ideal for those passionate about social justice, advocacy and community development.
Why choose us?
- Rolling enrolment – no wait times, start when you're ready
- Fast-track option – complete in 12 weeks via RPL
- Full qualification – finish in 12 months at your own pace
- Online & self-directed – flexible study from anywhere
- Practical training – includes 100 hours of work placement
- Trauma-informed approach – learn from experienced practitioners
Be the change. Support your community with confidence and compassion.
Study with purpose
Importantly, every dollar generated through the Youth Off The Streets RTO is reinvested back into Youth Off The Streets programs, directly supporting young people experiencing disadvantage and helping create positive long-term outcomes. That means when you study with us, your learning creates impact far beyond the classroom.
Delivery mode
Youth Off The Streets offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Use your past experience and learning towards a recognised qualification.
Work Placement
100 hoursEntry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Be 18 years or older
- Complete an online LLN test
- Have access to a laptop and internet
- Be able to complete 200 hours of placement (we help organise this!)
Course fees
Full course: $3,500
RPL pathway: $2,800
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...
Community Development Officer
Community Development Officers are employed by government organisations and non-profits to develop and deliver community-based programs for the ben...
Community Outreach Coordinator
Community Outreach Coordinators are caring individuals who co-ordinate outreach and support programs for vulnerable people in the community. The ro...
Community Services Officer
A Community Services Officer supports individuals and families in accessing essential services and resources. You might work with non-profits, gove...
Crisis Support Worker
A Crisis Support Worker assists individuals facing immediate crises, providing emotional support and guidance. You may work in organisations focuse...
Family Support Worker
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
Intake Worker
An Intake Worker conducts initial assessments of clients at welfare services such as mental health clinics or drug and alcohol rehabilitation facil...
Social Worker
A social worker is somebody who helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by a range of factors, including but not limited to, physical and...
About Youth Off The Streets
Youth Off The Streets delivers accredited vocational education and training (VET) courses for young people and adults in the wider community.
