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Explore all careersHow do I become a Family Support Worker in Kalgoorlie-Boulder?
Get qualified to work as a Family Support Worker with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
Course providers in Kalgoorlie-Boulder
The following providers offer Family Support Worker courses in Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Western Australia.
Hader Institute of Education
45162
3
Hammond Institute
90720
1
Upskilled
40374
1
University of New England
1
TAFE NSW
90003
1
University of Southern Queensland
1
Central Queensland University
40939
1
Spectrum Training
2441
1
Deakin University
1
Torrens University Australia
41343
1
Griffith University
1
Charles Sturt University
1
Essential Skills Training and Recruitment
91729
1
Horizon2
40932
1
Bradford Institute of Advanced Education
45241
1
Australian College of Community Services and Care
45361
1
Common questions
In Australia, a full time Family Support Worker generally earns $1,400 per week ($72,800 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
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Opportunities for Family Support Workers in Australia are expected to grow over the next 5 years, with several hundred new jobs opening up each year. Family Support Workers are employed by healthcare and community service organisations.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
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To get started as a Family Support Worker you will need a VET qualification or university studies in social welfare and community service. Entry level qualifications include: Certificate IV in Mental Health, Certificate IV in Youth Work, Diploma of Child, Youth, and Family Wellbeing, Diploma of Community Welfare and Wellbeing. These take 12-18 months to complete. Family Support Workers also require a national police check and working with children clearance.
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- CHCSS00144 Supporting Children and Families with Complex Needs
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- CHC41308 Certificate IV in Children's Contact Services Work
- CHC42512 Certificate IV in Community Services (Information, advice and referral)
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- PUARCV003 Work in a Recovery Context
- CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
- CHC50325 Diploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention
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- CHC42312 Certificate IV in Mediation
- CHC52015 Diploma of Community Services
- Bachelor of Health and Community Services
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- CHC50413 Diploma of Youth Work
- Graduate Certificate of Counselling
- CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services (Child, Youth and Family Welfare)
- 22660VIC Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk
- CHCSS00141 Child Protection (Skill Set)
- CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
- CHC42412 Certificate IV in Relationship Education
- Bachelor of Community Services
