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CHC32015

Certificate III in Community Services

Make a Difference in People's Lives

Course Duration

16 Weeks

Government Funding

Skills Assure

Delivery Mode

Face-to-face classroom-based delivery mode

The Certificate III in Community Services (CHC32015) is your pathway to a rewarding, purpose-driven career in the community services sector. Whether you’re passionate about supporting individuals, families, or community groups, this nationally recognised qualification gives you the foundational skills to make a real impact.

Under the Skills Assure program, you may be eligible for government funding.

Learn more about the Skills Assure program by clicking below

 

Course Overview

This course prepares you for entry-level roles in the dynamic and growing community services field. You’ll gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge to support clients across a range of settings including health, housing, disability, mental health, and youth services.

Throughout the course, you’ll develop skills in:

Providing person-centred support to individuals and communities

Working with diverse people and promoting inclusion

Maintaining safe work practices

Communicating with clients and colleagues in community service settings

Understanding mental health and wellbeing

Managing personal stress in the workplace

Who Should Enrol?

You should consider enrolling if:

  • You’re Compassionate and Service-Driven
    You’re motivated by helping others and want to support people facing life challenges in a meaningful, professional way.

  • You’re Exploring a Career with Purpose
    Looking to enter the workforce or change paths? This course leads to stable, fulfilling roles that make a difference every day.

  • You’re a School Leaver or Early Career Starter
    This is a great entry point if you’re starting your career and want to gain nationally recognised skills.

  • You Want to Work in a People-Focused Industry
    If you thrive in human connection and care about community wellbeing, this qualification opens doors to multiple sectors.

Delivery

The Ashley Institute of Training has been approved to deliver a range of qualifications face-to-face, online, or blended. We also deliver our qualifications all across Queensland. For upcoming dates and locations. contact us for more information.

Brisbane

Cairns

Central Queensland

Sunshine Coast

Darling Downs – Maranoa

Gold Coast

Ipswich

Logan – Beaudesert

Mackay – Isaac – Whitsunday

Moreton Bay – North

Moreton Bay – South

Entry Criteria

Applicants must complete the following to determine suitability:       

  • Suitability Review (SDR)
  • Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment

Government Funding

Skills Assure

We are a proud Skills Assure Provider. Under the Skills Assure program funded by the Queensland Government, eligible students can access subsidised training through the Certificate III Guarantee program.

For more information. visit QLD Government Website.

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Australia’s community services sector is rapidly expanding, with a growing demand for skilled, empathetic workers to provide support across a range of services.

Graduates of CHC32015 may find employment in roles such as:

Community Support Worker

Youth Support Worker (Assistant)

Welfare Support Worker (Assistant)

Client Contact Officer

Units of Study

To be awarded the Certificate III in Community Services, 12 units must be completed consisting of:

  • 5 core units
  • 7 elective units
CHC32015 Units

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

If the RPL application is successful, you will be given credits towards your course (meaning you may not have to complete all the units to gain this qualification).

Further Study Options

CHC42021 – Certificate IV in Community Services

Begin your pathway to a rewarding career​