
Aurora Training and Professional Services
Certificate III in Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Our CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services prepares you for a rewarding career in the community services sector, supporting individuals through person-centred care. This qualification focuses on building skills to provide meaningful day-to-day assistance in community settings or contributing to impactful community-based programs. You may work under direct or indirect supervision and typically within a variety of community services organisations.
Upon successfully completing this nationally recognised qualification, students should be able to:
- demonstrate proficiency in workplace communications
- provide person-centred support
- identify safe work practices for direct client care
- and respond to client needs
Duration: Up to 36 months
Delivery mode
Aurora Training and Professional Services offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Traineeship
Work and gain real-world experience while earning a qualification.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
The following will be required for the enrolment process:
- Unique Student Identifier (USI)
- verifiable identification documents
- completion of the LLND assessment.
Students will require access to appropriate technology and internet if the materials are delivered online.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
This training is subsidised by the NSW Government, underthe Smart and Skilled program. The following fees areincurred by the student depending on their eligibility.
- Traineeship*: $0
- Non-Subsidised (Full Fee): $6,000
*Fee exemptions may apply for eligible students and is conditional on Government Policy and Funding Arrangements.
To be eligible for funding, students must be:
- A permanent New South Wales resident
- Aged 15 or older and not currently attending school
- An Australian citizen, New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent residents (including humanitarian entrants), or temporary resident with the right visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency
- Not currently be enrolled or have the qualification or similar qualification at the same level they are enrolling into
- Must be a fulltime or part time employee. Casual workers must become employed as a permanent worker to be eligible.
- Prior to the commencement of the traineeship, trainees must have been employed by their traineeship employer for less than:
a. 3 months if they worked an average of 30 hours or more a week;
b. 12 months if they worked less than an average of 30 hours a week. - Please visit www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/resources for further information on New Entrant Traineeships.
Payment Arrangements are available.
Career opportunities
The Certificate III in Community Services will prepare you for the following roles.
Support Worker
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Youth Support Worker
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Youth Case Worker
Youth Case Workers are assigned to individual children or teens, working one-on-one to help improve their quality of life. You’ll need advanced int...
Community Support Worker
Community Support Workers provide personal care services to the elderly, people with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health issues. They...
Outreach Worker
Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with...
Peer Support Worker
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Caseworker
A Caseworker provides assistance to clients who are experiencing difficulties in their life. You might work with people going through issues such a...
NDIS Worker
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