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Social Work Courses in Cairns

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Popular Social Work Courses in Cairns

CHC53315

Diploma of Mental Health

Estimated fee

From $350

Duration

11 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

A Diploma of Mental Health CHC53315 is perfect for students seeking careers as community services workers supporting people with mental health issues. Students learn about working collaboratively, maintaining personal safety, helping people affected by drugs and alcohol, facilitating recovery, as well as managing grief and trauma. The Diploma of Mental Health CHC53315 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package.

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Estimated fee

From $350

Duration

11 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

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CHC50425

Diploma of Youth Work

Estimated fee

From $6,745

Duration

12 months - 17 months

Study mode

Online

The CHC50425 Diploma of Youth Work is a nationally recognised qualification that prepares students for a rewarding career working with young people. You will develop skills in youth development, mental health, advocacy, and community engagement. Graduates can work as youth workers in various government and non-government organisations, such as youth centers, schools, and community services.

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Estimated fee

From $6,745

Duration

12 months - 17 months

Study mode

Online

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CHC32015

Certificate III in Community Services

Estimated fee

From $24

Duration

4 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

The Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015) is excellent for students seeking careers as community services workers. Students begin with the foundation skills essential for maintaining personal safety while helping others. They learn how to manage personal stress, and communicate with clients from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds. Students are then able to choose electives to pursue career interests such as working with the elderly, working with children and young people, drugs and alcohol...

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Estimated fee

From $24

Duration

4 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, Distance, On Campus, Online, Traineeship

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CHC40421

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Estimated fee

From $223

Duration

9 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL

A Certificate IV in Youth Work is perfect for students seeking a career in youth work and need the skills to develop and facilitate community service programs for young people. Students learn how work within a community development framework while supporting youth to create opportunities in their own lives. The Certificate IV in Youth Work CHC40421 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Community Services Training Package.

Career opportunities

Estimated fee

From $223

Duration

9 months - 24 months

Study mode

Blended, On Campus, Online, RPL

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Course providers in Cairns

The following providers offer Social Work courses in Cairns, Queensland.

Provider name

South Regional TAFE

RTO code

52790

Courses available

146

RTO code

45233

Courses available

20

Provider name

Spectra Training

RTO code

21356

Courses available

8

Provider name

OCTEC Limited

RTO code

90142

Courses available

17

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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.

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...

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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