The Certificate IV in Community Services is designed for those looking to advance in community service roles. This qualification equips you to support person-centred services to individuals and groups. As a community service worker, you will provide advocacy or interventions in a variety of settings.
With this qualification, you may work autonomously within established guidelines and have the potential to supervise others. This course prepares you for diverse roles in community service and case management environments.
A Certificate III in Individual Support qualification can go a long way. Here’s what is possible:
The demand for skilled community and personal service workers is rapidly increasing. Over 19, 000 new jobs are expected for Welfare Support Workers by 2026! Study our CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services and get job-ready skills and knowledge to work in the Community Services industry.
Training Delivery
The Certificate IV in Community Services course is predominantly classroom based. Training is delivered through our Registered Training Organisation: LearnEd Training RTO ID 52504
Students are provided with the following:
Required course materials such as:
Required course materials such as workbooks
Access to computers and software during class
Your student training plan
A dedicated and qualified trainer
Targeted assessment tools
Entry Requirements
There are no formal requirements for this qualification, however, students must be 17 years or older to enrol and parental consent required if under 18.
Student must be 18 years of age to complete work placement and complete this qualification.
Students must complete a language, literacy and numeracy test at induction
Student must have a USI number – we can assist if required.
Students must be citizen/permanent resident or have legal rights to study & work in Australia.
Students also required to have a National police Clearance before commencing Work Placement.
Upon Completion
Upon successful completion of this qualification, you will receive a:
Nationally recognised Certificate & Transcript OR
Statement of Attainment (if student is found competent in at least 1 Unit of Competency)
A total of 15 units are required to complete the Certificate IV in Community Services; seven (7) core and eight (8) elective units. Unit selection may vary dependent on delivery method and location. Call us today for more information.
Course Units
Unit Code
Unit Description
CHCADV001
Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
CHCCOM002
Use communication to build relationships
CHCDFV001
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
CHCLEG001
Work legally and ethically
CHCPRP001
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
HLTWHS002
Follow safe work practices for direct client care
Elective Units
Unit Code
Unit Description
CHCCCS006
Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
CHCMGT005
Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
CHCAOD001
Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
CHCCCS033
Identify and report abuse
CHCMHS001
Work with people with mental health issues
HLTAID011
Provide First Aid
CHCDIV002
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCPRP003
Reflect on and improve own professional practice
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