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Certificate of Social Work

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Bachelor

Perth
In this course, you will gain the skills to work with individuals, groups and communities to address barriers that impact quality of life; promote positive relationships; and advocate for human rights and social change at the societal, individual, policy and legislative levels.
Duration
4 years full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
International Tuition Fees
$8,700 total
Graduate Satisfaction
95.50%

Certificate

Rockhampton
Early Childhood SpecialisationStudying a Certificate II in Community Services will provide a pathway to future study for workforce entry as an Educator in the Early Childhood Sector and Teacher Aide in Education.
Entry Requirements

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

The COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory to be eligible to attend a WIL placement for this course. Students will be required to provide evidence of having completed a COVID-19 vaccination schedule by the closing date prior to a WIL placement. The vaccine received must be a vaccine approved by the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) of Australia.


CQUniversity requires:

  • completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher-level course.

Early Childhood Specialisation

Ability to complete Vocational Placement component for the duration of the qualification within 100 hours, but not limited to.

Ability to obtain a Suitability Card (Blue Card)

COVID 19 vaccination may be required for some services

Recommended access to a computer, internet, and intermediate computer skills.

Community Services specialisation

There are no other entry requirements for this course, however, all students are required to collect and complete mandatory checks as per CQUniversity policy in preparation for the compulsory vocational placement. These mandatory vocational placement requirements ensure patient and student safety.

Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
82.20%

Masters (Coursework)

Perth
The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) course is a mid-year entry, fast-track option to becoming a social worker for those who already hold a bachelor degree in a related area.
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
International Tuition Fees
$10,100 per year / $27,947 total

Certificate

Pundulmurra (Hedland), Tom Price, Kununurra, Halls Creek, Karratha, Wyndham, Fitzroy Crossing, Minurmarghali Mia (Roebourne), Broome, Derby, Newman
Grow your skills in the community services sector.. Gain the practical skills to design and deliver person-centred services to individuals and groups within a residential or community setting.
Duration
12 months full-time
Domestic Tuition Fees
$923 total

Graduate Certificate

Camperdown/Darlington

Understand and appreciate the latest developments in policy and its application, practice and research in the human and community services industry specialising in interpersonal trauma.

Duration
1 year part-time
Study Mode
In person

Certificate

Bruce
This qualification provides you with the core skills and knowledge required to work as a Youth Worker.
Entry Requirements

There are no prescribed training package entry requirements. CIT requires you to achieve the following:
Prior to enrolment, achieve a score of 4 in most categories in a Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital skills (LLND) task provided by CIT.

Duration
24 months full-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$2,665 total

Certificate

Ballarat - Mt Helen
This qualification reflects the role of community service workers who deliver and support person-centred services to individuals and groups. Workers may provide support, advocacy or interventions to individual persons, groups or communities across a range of services.
Duration
32 weeks full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
76.90%
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$8,105 per year / $24,315 total
International Tuition Fees
$33,680 per year

Graduate Diploma

Perth
The Graduate Diploma in Advanced Social Work enables practising social workers to build on their knowledge of advanced social work theory and practice, and research methods.
Entry Requirements
Admission requirements

If you're interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a relevant bachelor's degree or graduate certificate1, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) at least two years of experience as a professionally qualified social worker.
1A relevant graduate certificate includes a Graduate Certificate in Social Work, Graduate Certificate in Child Protection Practice, and Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice.
Admission Requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have-
(a) a relevant bachelor's degree or graduate certificate1, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) at least two years of experience as a professionally qualified social worker.
1A relevant graduate certificate includes a Graduate Certificate in Social Work, Graduate Certificate in Child Protection Practice, and Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Practice.
Ranking and Selection Process
Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT
English competency
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
83.90%

Diploma

Devonport, Burnie, Clarence, Alanvale
Advance your career in the Community Services industry by gaining the specialised skills you need for working in service delivery, direct client work and/or community education or development projects.
Entry Requirements

All applicants must complete the Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) assessment and achieve a competency of at least Exit Level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) in both language and numeracy. Account details and instructions will be sent to you within 24 hours of applying. If you have previously undertaken the Literacy and Numeracy Assessment - we will review your results and notify you if further action is required.

On successful completion of a BKSB you will then be asked to answer 5 application questions in writing.

To meet academic requirements for Diploma or Advanced Diploma courses, you need to successfully complete any TasTAFE course entry procedures and you also need to:

  • Have completed year 12 and provide TasTAFE with a copy of your Australian Senior Secondary Certificate of Education awarded to you by an agency or authority of a State or Territory; OR,

  • Provide TasTAFE with a copy of a qualification at Level 4 or above in the Australian Qualifications Framework that was awarded to you. This qualification must have been delivered in English; OR,

  • Complete an approved language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) assessment and display competence at or above Exit Level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF) in both literacy and numeracy.
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$9,574 per year

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