RTO: 45902 | CRICOS: 04050B
This qualification provides students with the training to work in the community services sector and equips them with specialised skills such as program coordination, service planning, and case management.
Graduates are trained to respond appropriately to unpredictable and complex problems and find the information they need to solve them. They may be required to connect clients with advocacy and representation services, or develop and lead community engagement strategies. They can work independently with only broad oversight from senior management, and may be called upon to supervise volunteers or manage a team of other community services workers.
Solis College’s core values are respect and integrity. Our mission is to become one of Australia’s leading RTOs by providing high-quality training and exceptional service, and by placing students at the core of everything we do.
Some of the advantages of studying with Solis College are:
These are just some of the ways we put our students first.
83% of Solis College graduates find work in their chosen industry.
students graduated in 2023
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students would recommend solis to a friend
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The CHC52021 qualification reflects a significant amount of knowledge and skill for working in the community services industry. The course is comprised of a total of 20 modules – including 12 core units, and 8 elective units.
The 12 core units included in the course are:
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UNIT CODES
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COURSE UNITS
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CHCCCS004
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Assess co-existing needs
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CORE
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CHCCCS007
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Develop and implement service programs
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CORE
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CHCCCS019
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Recognise and respond to crisis situations
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CORE
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CHCCSM013
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Facilitate and review case management
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CHCDEV005
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Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services
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CORE
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Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
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CORE
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CHCDIV001
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Work with diverse people
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CORE
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The 3 elective units are:
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UNIT CODES
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COURSE UNITS
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CORE/ELECTIVES
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CHCDIV003
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Manage and promote diversity
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ELECTIVES
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CHCCCS009
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Facilitate responsible behaviour
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ELECTIVES
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CHCCOM003
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Develop workplace communication strategies
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ELECTIVES
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The course is a blended format, consisting of both face-to-face training and online learning.
Students will learn through:
The community services diploma requires a total of 104 weeks to complete – including all face-to-face training, assignments, online learning, and work placement.
The work placement will require 400 hours spent in an active workplace, and students should ensure they are fully available for that period.
The diploma is a full-time course, and it’s expected that students will commit around 20 hours a week to learning (including both face-to-face training and self-paced online learning).
The work placement requires a larger weekly time investment, and students should expect to be on-site full-time (normally Monday to Friday) for the entire placement.
If you’ve completed some of the units for the CHC52021 diploma as part of another qualification, you may be able to apply for academic credit – meaning you might not need to retake those subjects.
Also, in some cases, you may have training or workplace experience that may be eligible for recognition of prior learning (RPL).
This is assessed on a case-by-case basis. But if you have previous experience or training related to the units in the course, it’s probably worth getting in touch with us to discuss it.
For most people, the Diploma of Community Services provides all the qualifications they need to get into the workforce. According to Jobs and Skills Australia, in 2022, only 1.37% of Community Services graduates went on to study further VET courses – they already had what they needed to start work.
Solis College currently has a 97.6% employment rate for past students – we have a proven track record of helping people find employment.
This is partly through providing an excellent standard of education, but our connections within the industry are also a factor – it’s not unusual for students to be offered work at the workplace where they completed their practical placement, and many industry employers now regularly approach Solis College to enquire about potential future staff.
The diploma is a great pathway to a stable, dynamic, and satisfying career in community services.
Solis College has a range of course options that can help people find work in the community service and care industries. Some of the other courses we have on offer are:
CHC43015 – Certificate IV in Ageing Support
This qualification equips students to work in aged care, performing specialised tasks in a residential, home, or community-based setting. Graduates can work without direct supervision and are capable of leading small teams of other staff.
CHC43121 – Certificate IV in Disability Support
This qualification equips students to assist people living with disability – both directly, and by supporting them towards independence, self-reliance, and better community participation. Graduates can work without direct supervision and are capable of leading small teams of other staff.
CHC33021 – Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability or Ageing)
The Cert III in Individual Support is a qualification to train people to work in community and residential settings, and provide person-centred support to people who may require additional care due to ageing, living with disability, or some other reason. The course has two possible streams – Disability or Ageing – each of which has its own specialised training, placement opportunities, and potential career paths.
To enrol in the CHC52021 diploma, there are a few criteria you’ll need to meet. Specifically, you’ll need to:
104 Weeks of Full Time Study
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Ph: 0410 140 757 Email: info@soliscollege.sa.edu.au
Quarterly Intake
You'll need access to some basic equipment throughout the course. You'll need a laptop with wifi, current Microsoft Office software, and access to the internet.
You'll also need a private email address set up - although this could be a free account with Gmail or an equivalent provider.
Lastly, you'll need a working mobile phone.
The course is assessed through a variety of methods, including:
Successful completion of the course will require a satisfactory grade on all assessments.
Yes. If you receive an unsatisfactory grade in one of your assessments, you will be permitted one chance to re-take the assessment.
You must be successful in this re-assessment to pass the relevant unit and be awarded your diploma at the end of the course.
The CHC52015 diploma is nationally recognised training provided by a fully accredited Australian RTO (#45902).
The qualification is recognised by almost all community service employers within Australia
In some instances, a workplace may specify an older qualification as a requirement for employment.
The CHC52021 diploma is the most up-to-date training of its type, and in most circumstances will be accepted in place of the older qualifications.
Some older courses now superseded by the CHC52021 course are:
The training can provide the skills for a very wide range of possible professional roles, and open up whole new avenues of employment in the community services sector.
Below are some of the potential Diploma of Community Services jobs and career pathways available to our CHC52021 graduates:
Interested in learning more? We'd love to hear from you. Just reach out to us by phone (0410 140 757), email (info@soliscollege.sa.edu.au), or through the contact page.
Alternatively, if you’ve already keen on studying with Solis and want to apply to do a course, you learn how on our How to Apply pages - whether you’re a local or international student. You can also complete an online Student Enrolment Application - for domestic and international students.
