Modification History
Not applicable.
Qualification Description
This qualification reflects the role of community services workers who assist in the delivery of programs that contribute to the development of community capacity through public social change processes.
At this level, work takes place within a professional team under the guidance of others, to support development within the community. Work may be undertaken in organisations working across a range of social, health, environment, economic, arts and culture and recreation sectors.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Packaging Rules
15 units must be completed:
- 8 core units
- 7 elective units, consisting of:
- up to 5 units from the electives listed below
- up to 2 units from the electives listed below or any other endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
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Core Units |
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CHCCDE017 |
Support collaborative planning processes |
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CHCCDE019 |
Work within a community development framework |
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CHCCDE020 |
Implement participation and engagement strategies |
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CHCCDE021 |
Develop and support relevant community resources |
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CHCCOM002 |
Use communication to build relationships |
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CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people |
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CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically |
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HLTWHS001 |
Participate in workplace health and safety |
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Elective Units |
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CHCADV001 |
Facilitate the interests and rights of clients |
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CHCADV002 |
Provide advocacy and representation services |
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CHCCCS038 |
Facilitate the empowerment of people receiving support |
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CHCCDE022 |
Work to empower Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities |
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CHCCDE023 |
Develop and deliver community projects |
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CHCCDE024 |
Support community action |
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CHCCDE026 |
Develop and lead community engagement strategies to enhance participation |
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CHCCDE032 |
Deliver emergency relief services |
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CHCCSM009 |
Facilitate goal directed planning |
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CHCCSM010 |
Implement case management practice |
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CHCDEV005 |
Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services |
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CHCDFV001 |
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence |
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CHCDFV002 |
Provide support to children affected by domestic and family violence |
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CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
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CHCEDU001 |
Provide community focused health promotion and prevention strategies |
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CHCEDU003 |
Provide sexual and reproductive health information to clients |
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CHCEDU005 |
Work with clients to identify financial literacy education needs |
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CHCEDU006 |
Improve clients’ fundamental financial literacy skills |
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CHCEDU009 |
Provide parenting, health and well-being education |
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CHCGRP002 |
Plan and conduct group activities |
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CHCPRP001 |
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
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CHCPRT026 |
Support the rights and safety of children and young people |
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CHCSET003 |
Work with forced migrants |
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CHCYTH023 |
Work effectively with young people and their nominated carer or families |
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HLTAHW006 |
Facilitate and advocate for the rights and needs of clients and community members |
Qualification Mapping Information
Supersedes and is equivalent to CHC42115 Certificate IV in Community Development.
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=5e0c25cc-3d9d-4b43-80d3-bd22cc4f1e53
