Course Overview
This comprehensive 17-month qualification includes 100 hours of real-world work placement and equips aspiring professionals with the skills to deliver person-centred support, lead teams, and drive meaningful change across diverse community settings.
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Community Care Manager
- Coordinator of Volunteer
- Work Team Leader Care
- Team Leader Family Services Coordinator
- Youth Worker Support Facilitator (Community Services)
- Community Housing Resources Worker
- Community Development Worker for Social Housing
- Community Recreation Coordinator Housing Manager
- Housing Assistant
- Assistant Community Worker
- Community Worker Aboriginal Housing Worker
- Community Services Coordinator
- Case Coordinator (Disability)
- Youth Housing Support Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Community Access Coordinator
- Community Connections Officer
- Pastoral Care Counsellor
- Aboriginal Neighbourhood House Coordinator
- Case Coordinator (Community Services)
- Senior Youth Worker
- Disability Team Leader Support Facilitator (Disability)
- Community Housing Worker
- Community Work Coordinator
- Early Intervention Worker
- Community Program Coordinator
- Pastoral Care Worker & Assistant Community Services Worker
- Homelessness Services Manager
- Outreach Worker
- Community Transport Coordinator
- Community Development Officer
- Community Educator
- Multicultural Community Liaison Officer
- Community Volunteer Coordinator
- Welfare Support Worker
- Community Education Officer
- Community Engagement Officer
- Family Violence Prevention Coordinator
- Mental Health Support Worker
- Community Arts Coordinator
Study Method
- 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
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Locations







- Australian Capital Territory
- New South Wales
- Northern Territory
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Tasmania
- Victoria
- Western Australia
Duration Study Load
17 months & 15 hours per week (recommended)
Delivery
The entire CHC52025 Diploma of Community Services spans 73 weeks (17 months), structured as: Online Study:
15 hours per week of self-paced learning to complete the course over 63 week
Live Zoom Sessions: 2 hours per week for 63 weeks with trainer support
Work Placement: 100 hours to gain practical experience and build industry connections Important
The course is self-paced and allows learners to complete the course in a timeframe which suits their schedule.
The above is a simple guide to complete the course in an 17-month timeframe
Subjects
About Hader Institute of Education Pty Ltd
Hader Institute of Education is proud to be one of Australia's top-rated online RTOs in Mental Health, Youth Work, Community Services, and Alcohol and Other Drugs. Proven by outstanding student feedback, with a 4.9/5 Trustpilot rating from over 600 students and a 4.8/5 Google review rating from over 900 students, Hader Institute of Education delivers nationally recognised qualifications (AQF Level 4-6) designed to empower you to create a real and positive impact where your community needs it most. ✨You can move forward with complete peace of mind knowing you have exceptional support in your corner. 🤝 Hader Institute of Education's 100% online, self-paced platform lets you take charge of your studies, while our expert trainers and dedicated learner support team ensure you are fully supported and guided every step of the way. And because Hader Institute of Education's support extends into real hands-on experience, students receive Guaranteed Work Placement through SkilTrak, ensuring you step into your new career with absolute confidence.Whether you are launching a new career or levelling up as a leader in your current one, Hader Institute of Education will equip you with the practical skills to transform your life and confidently make a difference for others. Hader Institute of Education also offers interest-free payment plans from just $28/week to make this step accessible. 💳Together, let’s make a difference today.Hader Institute of Education Pty Ltd is a Registered Training Organisation RTO #45162.
