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    Certificate IV in Community Services

    48 weeks
    3 days per week
    12,300
    SIM AUC 2024 11 NOVEMBER 18 5260
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    Course Length

    48 weeks

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    This qualification reflects the role of individuals in a range of community settings and peoples’ homes, who provide support in a manner that empowers people with disabilities to achieve greater levels of independence, self-reliance, community participation and wellbeing. Workers promote a person-centred approach, work according to and may contribute to an individualised plan, and work without direct supervision. 

    The following employment pathways are available to students who complete this qualification:

    • Social Educator (Disability)
    • Day Support Disability Officer
    • Disability Team Leader
    • Disabilities Supervisor
    • Senior Disability Worker
    • Lifestyle Support Officer
    • Senior Personal Care Assistant
    • Community Development Officer
    • Behavioural Support Officer
    • Social Trainer
    • Disability Support Assistant (Schools)

     

    The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:

    To receive the CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services qualification, the student must satisfactorily complete

     

    Core Units

     

    Elective Units

    All of the following requirements apply to enter this course:

    • Be 18 years or older
    • Be able to obtain a national police clearance, a Department of Human Services working with vulnerable people and NDIS workers check and other relevant clearances as required by the organisations accepting the student for work placement.
    • Participate in a suitability interview prior to enrolment and be able demonstrate an enthusiasm and ability to under this qualification, with the recommendation being made by the interviewer to the CEO and/or nominee to make the final decision.
    • Be able to provide acceptable evidence of current vaccination status for Flu and COVID-19 as required by the employers and state and federal governments.  
    • Be able to complete the placement requirements of this qualification noting the workplace must be pre-approved by Auctus prior to commencement.
    • Undertake to provide themselves with the required student resources as listed in the resourcing section.
    • Ability to use Microsoft Office, internet browsing and operate an email account
    • Be competent in written and spoken English with an IELTS Score of 6 with individual band no less than 5.5 (or equivalent TOEFL or PTE). Auctus will consider other forms of English language competency on a case by case basis. Please contact our enrolment advisor at international@auctus.com.au to discuss your suitability.

    All students will be required to have the following at the time of enrolment:

    • A personal email address
    • A laptop or personal computer with Microsoft Office suite programs or similar
    • Smartphone

     

    See our Student Handbook for further guidance or speak to our enrolment advisor.

    Course Fees:

    Tuition fee is $12,300.

    (instalment plans are available to pay the tuition fee in instalments)

    Course Duration & Study Commitment

    Face-to-face

    The Certificate IV in Community Services will be completed over the course of 48 weeks (3 days per week).

     

    Study Commitment:

    This is a blended learning program; you will be required to attend face-to-face training sessions. Depending on each student's individual learning needs, a study commitment of up to 10 hours per unit or module may be required involving research, case studies, projects and self-directed learning.

    All classes are held face-to-face at Auctus Training Centre in Payneham.

     

    Access to online Auctus resources:

    Access to online training and assessment resources is provided for 12 months from the course commencement date free of charge. 

    Students can request access to the resources beyond 12 months at an additional cost. Please see the fees and payments section on our website for further details.

    No Exams. All our assessments are open book.

    Unless otherwise stated assessment is undertaken by using a mix of the following methods as detailed in the assessment:

    • Written Assessments (include multiple choice, quizzes and written questions)
    • Projects (may also be referred to as a project, case studies, assignment, practical or task)
    • Observations (classroom, simulation and workplace)
    • Other assessment evidence as directed by your trainer

     RPL is also available upon request, please contact the Enrolment Officer at international@auctus.com.au or your Trainer.

    Testimonials

    Auctus is a wonderful enterprise for training and expanding your prospects. The trainers and staff are pleasant, approachable and professional. Ritu in particular is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. I would recommend Auctus to anyone looking to broaden their job options or advance their professional route to attain their goals and dreams.

    Hasti Ghanbarzada, Certificate IV in Disability Support

    This is an excellent business to train and further your opportunities. The trainers and staff are welcoming, easy to approach and also professional. I would recommend this business to anyone who would like to expand on career choices or further their employment pathway.

    Denise Schafer, Certificate IV in Disability Support

    Very professional RTO with highly enthusiastic facilitators! I would highly recommend Auctus Training and Education.

    Matt Newlands, Certificate IV in Disability Support

    I have had the pleasure of doing my training at Auctus and have met some amazing trainers that really know how to make learning fun and more enjoyable. All the trainers I have had, have all worked in my chosen field for several years and have many beneficial experiences and tips to pass along.

    Layli Eastland, Certificate IV in Disability Support

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