Community Services Courses in Townsville

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Popular Community Services Courses in Townsville

CHC43315

Certificate IV in Mental Health

Estimated fee

From $2,999

Duration

6 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship

The Certificate IV in Mental Health (CHC43315) is for students wanting to work or volunteer providing support to people affected by mental illness or have a psychiatric disability. Students complete 15 units which focus heavily on foundation interpersonal skills such as building relationships, working collaboratively, and working with diverse cultural groups. Additionally, students graduate with practical skills and knowledge in trauma informed care, drug and alcohol issues affecting mental health and st...

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Mental Health Worker

Family Support Worker

Estimated fee

From $2,999

Duration

6 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, RPL, Traineeship

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CHC62015

Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management

Estimated fee

From $450

Duration

8 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online

The Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management (CHC62015) is a management level qualification great for students seeking careers managing community-based projects and organisations. Students begin with 8 core units that focus on business skills, leadership and organisational management. They then work through 5 electives which can include case management, creating partnerships with specialist support providers and resolving grievances and complaints about community service delivery. Students graduate...

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Community Development Manager

Aged Care Manager

Case Management

Community Services Officer

Program Manager

Disability Team Leader

Estimated fee

From $450

Duration

8 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online

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CHC53215

Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs

Estimated fee

From $1,499

Duration

12 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

A Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs CHC53215 is great for students seeking a career as drug and alcohol counsellors. This is a high-end qualification and students complete 22 units across workplace management and first aid, counselling, and providing add-on services like relapse prevention and performing interventions. The Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs CHC53215 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package.

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Substance Abuse Counsellor

Social Worker

Welfare Worker

Drug and Alcohol Counsellor

Mental Health Social Worker

Rehabilitation Counsellor

Estimated fee

From $1,499

Duration

12 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

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HLT41120

Certificate IV in Health Care

Estimated fee

From $2,550

Duration

3 weeks - 12 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

The HLT41120 Certificate IV in Health Care qualifies you for work as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in the private sector or Australian Defence Force. Over 12 months of study (plus clinical placement) you’ll learn how to respond to a full range of medical emergencies, then manage the incident scene. The course also covers infection controls, communication in complex situations, managing personal stress and safety. Enquire now for the list of study units, enrolment dates, graduation outcomes. and pa...

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Aviation Medic

Patient Transport Officer

Industrial Medic

Emergency Medical Technician

Australian Defence Force Medic

Emergency Medical Dispatcher

Estimated fee

From $2,550

Duration

3 weeks - 12 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online

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Course providers in Townsville

The following providers offer Community Services courses in Townsville, Queensland.

Provider name

Tubal

RTO code

51679

Courses available

17

Provider name

ALS Certificates and Diplomas

RTO code

32044

Courses available

10

Provider name

Australian Institute of Management Western Australia

RTO code

0058

Courses available

6

Provider name

SkillCentred

RTO code

0709

Courses available

8

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Aged Care

Nurture your caring side with a career in Aged Care. Career pathways include Personal Carers, Aged Care Workers and Diversional Therapists. Check your eligibility for government funding. Start your career in Aged Care today.

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Aged Care Worker

Personal Carer

Residential Care Worker

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Alcohol and Other Drugs

Make an impact in the community and change lives through the Alcohol and Other Drugs career pathway. Possible job roles include Rehabilitation Counsellor, Substance Abuse Counsellor and Social Worker. Check your eligibility for...

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Substance Abuse Counsellor

Social Worker

Intake Worker

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Case Management

Case Management courses are ideal for those wanting to give back to the community and facilitate change in a professional setting. Career pathways include Youth Case Worker and Case Manager. Check your eligibility for governmen...

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Youth Case Worker

Case Management

Case Worker

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