Overview
This qualification covers workers who provide a range of services and interventions to clients, and/or who implement community education and interventions. Work may take place in a range of contexts such as community based organisations, residential rehabilitation services and outreach services and workers may have supervisory responsibilities.
Qualification: Qualification: |
Certificate IV in Community Services CHC42015 |
Program No: Program No: |
C4-HS08 |
Campus: Campus: |
CIT Bruce |
Duration: Duration: |
1 semester full-time (approx. 15 hours per week) OR part-time equivalent after you have completed a Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015). To maximise your job opportunities in the community, this qualification delivered as part of a suite of other similar CHC programs currently on offer that contain familiar subjects. You will be given significant credit and can potentially complete all 3 qualifications in 1 Year (CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services and CHC42115 Certificate IV in Community Development and CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services). Alternatively, you can complete the Certificate IV in Community Services(CHC42015) in 2 semesters (approximately 15 hours per week) OR part-time equivalent. |
Cost Info: Cost Info: |
The 2021 Semester 1 enrolment fees for this course are based on the costs per subject as indicated below. The total program cost may vary depending on the choice of elective subjects or if subjects are attempted more than once. Subject costs identified as Standard are partially subsidised by the ACT Government. Concessions may be available to eligible students. |
Indicative Cost: Indicative Cost: |
$2,332 Apprentice/Trainee $430 |
Likely Job Outcome: Likely Job Outcome: |
On completion of this qualification the worker will be able to design and deliver programs that aim to enhance the well being of individuals and groups. Occupational titles may include: - Case Worker - Community services worker - Community support worker - Domestic violence worker - Early intervention homelessness worker - Family support worker - Health education officer - Outreach officer - Support worker - Welfare support worker |
Enrolment Type: Application Type: |
Standard |
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Timetable Information
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Skilled Capital Information

This course is offered under Skilled Capital. The initiative will give eligible participants the opportunity to complete a nationally recognised qualification and receive a completion payment from the Education Directorate. The completion payment is made upon successful completion of their skilled capital qualification which must be completed within two years of the commencement date.
To find out if you are eligible please visit the ACT Government Skilled Capital training website.
Additional Information
This program has a compulsory work placement (80 hours in total). CIT teachers co-ordinate placements. Before undertaking any work placement you must be eligible to apply for, and hold a 'Working with Vulnerable People Check'.
Information will be provided on enrolment.
Skills Recognition
Entry Requirements
The preferred pathway is for all learners to complete a Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015) at CIT.
On entry, you will need to demonstrate appropriate literacy skills by undertaking a literacy assessment. We have embedded literacy into our program to support your learning and success.
To study any course at CIT (excluding degrees and non-accredited training) you must have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).
Further Study
Canberra Institute of Technology
Diploma of Community Services
Literacy Skills Information
We suggest that you will need Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 3 across reading, writing, learning, oral communication and, depending on your program of study, numeracy skills to successfully complete this program. If you do not have this level, you can still enrol and seek support to improve your skills or you may prefer to begin with the lower level program. Please visit Foundation Skills.
Transition Information
Qualifications at CIT are regularly updated or replaced to meet current industry needs and maximise your employment opportunities. If this occurs while you are part way through a qualification, you may need to vary your learning to meet the new national requirements. CIT will aim to make this as smooth as possible for you.
Subject Cancellations/Changes
To ensure positive outcomes for all students, CIT may need to cancel or change classes at short notice. CIT will make every effort to inform students as soon as changes are made and will also make every effort to offer alternative arrangements for students to meet the requirements of the subject and complete their qualification. In an unfortunate instance when this cannot be met, you will receive a full refund. Please ensure you maintain current contact details via CIT Self Service or by contacting CIT Student Services at infoline@cit.edu.au.
Subject Information
Complete 15 subjects
Core: Complete all 7
- CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
- CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
- CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
- CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
- CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
- CHCCCS004 Assess co-existing needs
- HLTWHS003 Maintain work health and safety
Electives: Complete 8
- CHCGRP002 Plan and conduct group activities
- CHCCDE001 Support participative planning processes
- CHCCDE003 Work within a community development framework
- CHCCDE005 Develop and support relevant community resources
- CHCAOD001 Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
- CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
- CHCCDE004 Implement participation and engagement strategies
- CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs
Related Courses
Diploma | Community Services CHC52015 |
Certificate IV | Community Development CHC42115 |
Certificate III | Community Services CHC32015 |
Statement Attainment | Team Leader CHCSS00091 |
More Information
For more information about this course please contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or email infoline@cit.edu.au