genU Training
Certificate IV in Community Services
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Have a positive impact on your community and open up new opportunities with this nationally recognised qualification. Develop the skills required for supervisory roles or specialised tasks in the community and welfare sector.
Be open to the possibilities of working independently or in a supervisory role. Be confident in leading people and teams. Gain the ability to design and deliver person-centred services, allowing you to provide support, advocacy, and interventions in various community service, case work or case management systems.
Delivery mode
genU Training offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Study Modes and Times
Virtual (day): Mix of real-time online instructor-led sessions via video conferencing and guided activities through the Learning Management System (eLearning), one day per week from 9:30am to 4:00pm.
Virtual (night): Like virtual day classes but in the evening, one night per week from 5:30pm to 9:00pm, with additional practical demonstration sessions scheduled between 3:00pm and 9:00pm.
NB: All study modes require students to access and undertake additional activities, including: research activities, reflections and assessments via the Learning Management System (LMS).
Time zones: Local state time zones are observed
Locations- 100 Fullarton Rd, Norwood
- 26 Lampton Ave, Derwent Park
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- TAS Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the TAS Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Students in all states who are not eligible for government funding can access this course at the fee for service rate.
Fee for Service: $4,300
Eligible students from South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria can access government funding for CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services.
Each type of funding has specific eligibility requirements.
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Community Services will prepare you for the following roles.
Case Manager
A Case Manager, also known in some circles as a case worker, plays a huge role in helping clients and patients get the support they need. In genera...
Case Worker
A Case Worker provides support to individuals and families facing social, emotional, and financial challenges. You might work in healthcare, social...
Community Advocate
A Community Advocate supports individuals and groups in accessing services and resources within their communities. You might work with non-profits...
Community Care Worker
Community Care Workers work at nursing homes, aged care facilities, rehabilitation units, adult care and group homes. They provide children and adu...
Community Development Worker
A community development worker focuses on how to best enhance the public offerings of the neighbourhood or other community in which they work. Thes...
Community Health Liaison
A Community Health Liaison connects individuals with healthcare services and resources. You may work with healthcare providers or non-profits, focu...
Community Support Worker
Community Support Workers provide personal care services to the elderly, people with disabilities, or those experiencing mental health issues. They...
Family Support Worker
Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...
Youth Worker
A Youth Worker supports children and young people who are going through a challenging time. You might provide guidance with issues such as homeless...
About genU Training
genU Training is a successful not-for-profit that invests its surplus back into the community. We call it ‘profit for purpose’. When you choose genU Training, not only will you benefit, but you’ll also be helping others in your community.
We proudly offer training and education that empowers people to reach their full potential and use their new skills to create good in the world.
We offer a wide range of courses and are experts in skilling the support sectors and helping jobseekers upskill for employment.
Our student satisfaction and employment rates are above the Victorian and Australian averages*.
*NCVER VET Student Outcomes Report 2023 and Victorian Skills Authority Student Satisfaction Survey 2023.
