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52 Weeks (40 weeks of training and assessment across 4 terms of 10 weeks, plus 12 weeks of holidays)
Classroom, Structured Study (Online), & Self-directed Learning. 14 hours of timetabled face-to-face classes and 6 hours of online structured self-study activities per week.
Blended (Classroom, Structured Study Online, and Self-directed Learning) · 20 hours of training and assessment per week (14 hours classroom + 6 hours structured study), plus 10 hours self-directed learning
January | April | July | October
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
ASQA
Professional Body
Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission / NDIS Quality and Safeguards
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
TRA / VETASSESS
Course Content
Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
Use communication to build relationships
Work with diverse people
Work legally and ethically
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
Follow safe work practices for client care
Maintain high standard of service
Provide brief interventions
Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
Provide advocacy and representation services
Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
Meet community information needs
Work with people with mental health issues
Provide first aid
Common Questions
The course runs for 1 year (52 weeks), made up of 4 terms of 10 weeks each (40 weeks of training and assessment) and 12 weeks of holidays.
Assessments include short answer questions, case studies, presentations, role plays and practical demonstrations in a simulated environment, and projects. Training takes place on campus and includes trainer presentations and demonstrations, individual tasks, case studies, research, role plays, practical demonstrations, and group work.
Yes, completing the CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services provides a pathway into the CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services, offering more career and professional development opportunities.
You must meet one of the following: an IELTS score of 5.5 (or equivalent) with no individual band score below 5.0; an ALG in-house English proficiency test equivalent to IELTS 5.5; a Certificate IV level qualification (or higher) completed within the AQF in Australia within 2 years before starting this course; or completion of the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education in Australia in the English language within 2 years before starting this course.
The course is delivered at ALG's Melbourne and Sydney campuses. Intakes are available in January, April, July, and October each year.
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