PART OF THE DEVELOPING SECTION OF THE COLLEGE IN BUSINESS AND SOCIAL SCIENCES

Diploma of Community Welfare Work- CHC50702

CRICOS Code # (TBA)

REQUIREMENTS TO RECEIVE THE QUALIFICATION:

Completion of:
· 15 Core Units
· Completion of 4 units from the elective area

Nominal Hours: 1320 hours

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Diploma of Community Welfare Work -: This course runs for two years and covers a diverse range of topics including OH&S , counselling and administration. The course includes 400 hours of work experience . Graduates of this course will find work in the Community Services industry and will operate at an advanced skill level and may also have the responsibility for the supervision of other staff and volunteers.

You will explore many different areas.

CAREER OUTCOMES

· Assessor
· Case co-ordinator
· Case Manager
· Welfare Worker
· Early Intervention Co-ordinator
· Local area Co- ordinator
· Local support Co-ordinator
· Program Manager
· Community Worker
· Support Facilitator
· Program/ Service Co-ordinator

COURSE DURATION

2 years full time. Intake February and July.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

The completion of Year 12 or equivalent.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

A LAPTOP COMPUTER capable of processing all the software required for the course, particularly with wireless networking. Software required for the course can be purchased at student discounts through the College after payment of College fees.

OVERSEAS APPLICANTS
Overseas students require one of the following scores in a language proficiency test:

IELTS 5.5
TOEFL (Computer Based) 197
TOEFL (paper based) 530
TOEIC 625

HOMESTAY/ ACCOMMODATION & AIRPORT TRANSFERS

All enquires to study@goldcoast.org.au
Website: www.studygoldcoast.org.au

FURTHER STUDIES:

On successful completion of this qualification, pathways exist to higher level study in Community Service.

EXIT POINTS:

Learners who exit the Diploma of Community Welfare Work prior to completion may request a Statement of Attainment for units satisfactorily completed

APPLICATION / ENROLMENT

Application forms for full time study are available from the AICA of Art Head Office and the AICA website and should be submitted to Head Office. (Intake occurs twice yearly February and July).

ASSESSMENT / AWARD:

Assessments may be conducted through oral, written and practical methods.

On successful completion of this qualification, students will be awarded a CHC50702 – Diploma of Community Welfare Work –

Course outlines can be subject to change throughout the duration of the Course

CORE UNITS (Compulsory)

CHCADMIN4B Manage the organisation finances , accounts and resources.

CHCCD15B Develop and implement a community development strategy

CHCCM3B Develop, facililtate and monitor all aspects of the case management

CHCCOM4B Develop, implement and promote effective communication techniques

CHCCS402A Respond holistically to client issues

CHCCW13B Work with clients intensively

CHCGROUP3C Plan and conduct group activities

CHCINF5B Meet statutory and organisational information requirements

CHCNET3B Develop new networks

CHCOHS401A Implement and monitor OHS policies and procedures for a workplace

CHCORG28A Reflect and improve upon professional practice

CHCORG6B Co-ordinate the work environment

CHCPOL3A Undertake research activities

CHCPOL4A Develop and implement policy

CHCAD4A Provide advocacy representation

ELECTIVE UNITS (Complete 4 units)

CHCCSL604B Reflect and improve your counselling skills

CHCCSL602A Facilitate the counselling relationship

CHCCSL603A Provide support for clients implementing a course of action

CHCCD5C Develop community resources

ENROLMENTS

Complete Enrolment Application form along with deposit of $300.00* and send to:

AICA Education and Business Training Centre
PO Box 8183
Gold Coast Mail Centre Qld 9726
AUSTRALIA

* DEPOSIT INFORMATION

· Deposit is NON REFUNDABLE if student cancels or is not accepted
· Deposit will be deducted from total course fees upon commencement of studies
COURSE FEES

For information on current course fees please contact AICA on
Telephone: +61 (0) 7 5526 2055
Email: info@aica.net.au

FEES INCLUDE:

College equipment and facilities

PDF FILE for Course Outline DOWNLOAD:

Online Application and Enrolments +International Form

link to AIWCW: http://www.aiwcw.org.au/

interrelationship between social work and welfare work discussion with papers collated at AIWCW

Ethics and Responsibilities AIWCW