Be The One People Learn On for Support
Course Duration
4.5 Months
Delivery Location
Maddington & Mandurah
Delivery Mode
Face-to-face classroom-based delivery mode
Practical Hours
No Mandatory Practical Placement
Funding and Fees
Government Funding Available
The CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services gives you a solid foundation to work in entry-level support roles across the community services sector. Whether you’re passionate about helping others, driven to make a difference, or looking to transition into meaningful work, this course is a practical first step.
Under Jobs and Skills WA, you may be eligible for Fee Free training.
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Course Overview
This qualification is designed to prepare you for frontline roles where you support individuals, families, or community groups. You’ll gain essential skills in communication, advocacy, working with diverse people, and supporting individual wellbeing.
You’ll also learn how to:
Respond to client needs with empathy and professionalism
Support people experiencing hardship or vulnerability
Work within legal and ethical frameworks
Collaborate effectively in team and community settings
Who Should Enrol?
This qualification is ideal for:
- School leavers looking for a purposeful career path
- Career changers wanting work that matters
- Volunteers and support workers aiming to formalise their skills
No previous experience is needed – just a genuine interest in helping others.
Entry Criteria
Applicants must complete the following to determine suitability:
- Suitability Review (SDR), Language
- Literacy and Numeracy assessment
Fees and Funding
Eligible students in Western Australia may benefit from several government funding initiatives:
Lower Fees, Local Skills Initiative: This program offers a 50% reduction in course fees, capped at $1,200. Concession holders and individuals aged 15–24 may pay as little as $400, plus applicable resource fees.
The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply, such as resource fees and other fees.
Potential
Careers
Community services is one of the fastest-growing and most impactful industries in Australia. This nationally recognised qualification is designed to equip you with the skills and confidence to begin a rewarding career helping individuals, families, and communities thrive.
The CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services prepares you for entry-level roles in the sector, with a strong focus on real-world, practical support skills. Available roles include:
Community support worker
Youth Support Worker
Juvenile Justice Officer
Units of Study
To be awarded the Certificate III in Community Services , 12 units must be completed consisting of:
- 5 core units
- 7 elective units
You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).
To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.
If the RPL application is successful, you will be given credits towards your course (meaning you may not have to complete all the units to gain this qualification).
Further Study Options
Pathways
CHC42015
Certificate IV in Community Services
CHC52015
Diploma of Community Services