Take your commitment to solving social disadvantage further. Our Diploma of Community Services will give you the right skills to make tangible differences in the lives of vulnerable and disadvantaged people. We are ACWA accredited which is a requirement for working at DHHS. Open up your community sector career options This course will prepare you to work in a broad range of community services roles in direct practice or team leadership. Areas of employment may include case management, family violence support, child protection, refugee and general migrant settlement and housing support. Build on your existing skills The Diploma of Community Services is highly regarded in the sector and offers flexibility in placements (the option of arranging a placement in your current workplaces). Delivered by qualified staff with wide ranging community sector experience, including former Community Services students now in the field, our approach focuses on human development throughout life. Industry connections and resources Our teachers know the industry well and come with years of experience. They’re keen to pass on their practical knowledge to see you succeed. We offer you excellent modern facilities including excellent resources at our campus libraries. We are ACWA accredited, a requirement for working at DHHS. Modes of Delivery Simulated work environment, Work placements, Classroom Employment outcomes You’ll be qualified to work as a Child Welfare Officer, Social Housing Coordinator, Community Services Case Manager or related role. Work Placement Compulsory work placement 400 hours, (1 x 200 in year 1 and 1 x 200 in year 2) Assessment You will be assessed in the classroom and the workplace. Assessments include demonstration of tasks/techniques, group activities, in class activities, written work, work based projects, group presentations, and research projects. Pathways to further study Once you have successfully completed the Diploma of Community Services, we encourage you to apply to tertiary institutions offering courses in the areas of Social Work and Community Development Career Pathways On completion, You’ll be qualified to work as a Child Welfare Officer, Social Housing Coordinator, Community Services Case Manager or related role.