Have you considered a career in the health sector? The course is a pathway for entry into the workforce as a Community Services worker in a range of settings. A Community Services worker is one who provides the first point of contact and assists individuals in meeting their immediate needs.
This program has been developed as an introduction into the Community Services field. Learners who successfully complete this course will receive a nationally recognised CHC22015 Certificate II in Community Services. Upon completion, students could enter the workforce via one of the possible career pathways listed below or continue onto further study options such as Djerriwarrh’s CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing and Disability) course. Completing students can also apply for a paid traineeship opportunity with Western Health leading to HLT33115 Certificate III in Health Services Assistance. Western Health advertise their traineeship programs twice a year, application is via the Western Health website
Intakes:
Information sessions on the dates below.
Wednesday 13 August
Wednesday 20 August
Wednesday 27 August
Wednesday 3 September
The information sessions will be held in Sunshine, commencing at 10.00am.
Days:
Mondays – Fridays (12 weeks)
Time:
9:30am – 3:00pm
Practical Placement:
Includes a 20 hour industry placement to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply and further develop your skills in a workplace setting. Placement will take place across Western Health campuses located in Footscray, Sunshine and Williamstown.
Successful completion of the Certificate II in Community Services may lead to the offer of a position in Western Health’s Health Services Assistant Traineeship program. Alternatively, graduates of the program may undertake further study in community services or seek employment in the following areas:
Enrolment Information
To be considered for enrolment in this program you must attend a pre-training interview. For non-eligible applicants’ full fee will apply. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Delivery method
Assessment requirements
Examples of evidence gathering techniques that will be used:
You need to have prior to placement
Resources included
All course materials are provided.
Training is delivered with the support of Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding, subject to the eligibility of the individual.
If you are interested in this course call 8746 1000 or email training@djerriwarrh.org or click https://djerriwarrh.org.au/contact/
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Core Units
BSBWOR202 Organise and complete daily work activities
CHCCOM001 Provide first point of contact
CHCCOM005 Communicate and work in health or community services
CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
Elective Units
CHCCDE003 Work within a community development framework
HLTFSE001 Follow basic food safety practices
CHCCCS012 Prepare and maintain beds
BSBWOR201 Manage personal stress in the workplace
HLTAID011 Provide first aid
Course Fees for 2025
| Approximate
Government Contribution |
Tuition fee | Tuition (per hour) |
||||
| Full fee paying | $0.00 | $2,347.50 | $7.50 | |||
| Government subsidised | $2,347.50 | $527.51.00 | $1.68 | |||
| Government subsidised – Concession | $2,741.90 | $105.50 | $0.34 | |||
* Training is delivered with the support of Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding, subject to the eligibility of the individual. Click here to check eligibility
