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RMIT University

  • 45% international / 55% domestic

Diploma of Community Services (Case Management)

  • Diploma

Would you like to support youth and families in social, community and welfare organisations? Then this course is for you.

Key details

Degree Type
Diploma
Duration
1 year full-time
Course Code
C5345
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Feb

About this course

This course will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to work in a variety of roles in the community services sector.

You'll be prepared to work in a range of organisations, including performing case work, providing client services, and supporting youth and families in a range of social, community and welfare organisations. You may also seek employment in community education or development projects.

You will have the opportunity to participate in site visits, and interact with individuals and groups within the community services sector. There will be the opportunity to undertake a work placement throughout the course.

Entry requirements

You must:

  • have completed a Certificate IV in Community Services or a related field (Youth Work, Disability and Alcohol and Other Drugs)

OR

  • have sufficient relevant experience and knowledge of community service work

If you are applying on the basis of your experience your application must include a current CV reflecting your experience in the Community Services Industry.

Study locations

Melbourne City

Career pathways

Equip yourself with vocational skills and knowledge to gain work in the community services sector in a wide range of service delivery roles in aged care, disability, mental health and many other areas.

Occupational titles may include:

  • assessor

  • case worker or manager

  • client service assessor

  • community services worker

  • early intervention worker

  • family support worker

  • pastoral care counsellor or manager

  • senior youth officer or chaplain

  • welfare worker.

Non-government organisations often require this program for the development of their community services workforce.