- To be eligible for Government funding, students have to be in the community services industry, or be a paid or unpaid NDIS support person.
Course Overview
Turn your passion into a career.
Are you passionate about helping children, youth and families at risk? This qualification will equip you with the skills to respond appropriately to diverse and complex needs, it will enhance your communication and case management strategies and help you build professional skills for working within this rewarding industry.
The Community Services sector is one of the largest growth areas for employment, according to the Government’s ‘Job Outlook Service’. Over the coming years, thousands of jobs are expected to be created. This course is offered both face-to-face and online.
This course will examine the link between mental health and alcohol and other drugs, as well as exploring mental health in the community and in the workplace. A focus on working with families dealing with mental health issues is also covered. A structured workplace learning component is included to deliver practical skills.
Campus Locations
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Child, Youth and Family Worker
- Family Support Officer
- Community Support Worker
- Housing Officer
- Youth Support Worker
- Residential Youth Worker
- Residential Care Worker
Recognition
Study Method
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations
- Queensland
Duration Study Load
- Duration 6-12 months
- Start any week
- Available in class every Wednesday and online
- 16 units: 9 core, 7 electives
Delivery
- No formal pre-requisite requirements
- Blue Card (provided by Training Tailor Made)
- Placement recommended, not compulsory
- Highly qualified trainers with strong industry connections
- QLD Government funding available for eligible students
Course Features
Experience the ‘Training Tailor Made’ difference:
- Small class sizes
- Industry contacts
- Highly qualified and engaging trainers the
- User-friendly and high-quality resources
- Ongoing support with trainers and administration staff
- High employment outcomes with job-ready training
- Our user-friendly online resources can be accessed 24 hours a day, and remain accessible after the completion of your qualification
About Training Tailor Made
Training Tailor Made is a highly regarded boutique Registered Training Organisation, specialising in community services areas for 14 years. Our mission is to inspire and support our learners to reach their education and employment goals through outstanding teaching and resources, creating real job opportunities, employability skills and ultimately changing lives.
We provide tailored training that will leave you feeling competent, confident and ready to enter the workplace. We believe that anyone can achieve their goals with the right support.
We also believe that to be the best in your new role, you need to learn from the highest quality trainers. We assist you throughout your education journey, to ease you into your new and rewarding career.
Training Tailor Made works closely with employers, job seekers, community stakeholders, and government requirements to ensure that you receive the most up-to-date and relevant skills to step directly into your new career.
We deliver Nationally Recognised qualifications in areas of high industry demand as direct pathways to employment (QLD skills shortage areas). You will have the opportunity to engage with our network of community contacts, equipping you with the practical skills required for your desired role.
Training Tailor Made’s passion for quality education and learning is reflected in our company outcomes:
– Over 80% of our students gain employment upon graduating (2020)
– Over 96% satisfaction rate (2018) reflects our commitment to quality education
– Specialised support for English as a Second Language
Why choose us?
- We provide tailored ongoing support
- Placement assistance
- Face to Face or online classes
- Small class sizes
- Lecture recordings for each session
- Employer and community connections
- Flexible learning options and additional tutorials
- Excellent industry reputation
- Tailored electives to meet your career goals
- Government Funding of various types are available for eligible students
- Payment plans for full-fee students
- Fun, interactive classes with no exams
- Real-world experience and skills
Thank you for enquiring with Training Tailor Made, the ‘Training People That Care’.
Training Tailor Made is a Registered Training Organisation RTO and Skills Assure Supplier of Nationally Recognised, Government Funded Courses (RTO code 31729).
