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STUDY COMMUNITY SERVICES

Become a Community Worker

Study Community Service

Packaged Diploma of Community Service Program

Studying in the Diploma of Community Service Program in Australia equips you with a fulfilling career in management within the community services sector, working with a wide range of individuals in community, residential, and healthcare settings.

1. Diploma of Community Service 

This course cultivates specialised skills for delivering, managing, and coordinating person-centred services to individuals, groups, and communities. It spans a range of service areas, including drug and alcohol treatment, community mental health, youth and children's services, family support, disability assistance, and housing.

Entry Requirements

The Diploma of Community Service program requires prospective students to have completed the following to ensure success in the course

  • Have completed high school (Year 11 equivalent) and passed
  • Provide evidence of English language scores*, EILTS 5.5 or PTE/ OET/ CAE equivalent. Please see the Australian Department of Home Affairs - English Language Requirements Page
*Some countries are exempt from English requirements.
 

Job Prospects

  • Community Worker
  • Family Support Worker
  • Probation and Parole Officer

Visa Pathways

Studying and working in the Community Service sector leads to further studies and employer sponsorship pathways through labour agreements. 

Please note that this is not legal/migration advice and circumstances may change without notice. Studyaway will match you with a Registered Migration Agent in Australia to help you with your post-student visa applications. 

Overview
Duration 2 Years
Locations Brisbane, Melbourne & Sydney
Difficulty Moderate
Program Cost AUD $29,900
Entry Requirements Year 11 Equivalent, English Proficient