CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services

CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services

This qualification reflects the role of community services workers who design and deliver person-centred services to individuals and/or groups or communities across a range of services.

For more information, visit Jobs & Skills WA.

Units of Competency

The CHC42021 Certificate IV in Community Services has 15 units of competency:

• CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
• CHCADV001 Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
• CHCPRP001 Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
• CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
• CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
• CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
• CHCAOD001 Work in alcohol and other drugs context
• CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
• HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
• HLTWHS006 Manage personal stressors in the workplace
• CHCCCS009 Facilitate responsible behaviour
• CHCCCS033 Identify and report abuse
• CHCCCS010 Maintain a high standard of service
• HLTWHS002 Follow safe work practices in direct client care
• CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery

Entry & eligibility requirements

There are no pre-entry study or qualification requirements, however to be eligible, you must:

• Reside in Western Australia;
• Possess suitable English language, literacy and numeracy skills (e.g. you will need to be able to read, understand and communicate care requirements on a care plan);
• Provide a copy of your passport or photo identification.

There are no placement hours required for this qualification, but it is recommended that students engage in volunteer hours with an aged care/disability care organisation to gain industry experience. 

It is industry standard for Community Service staff to require:

• Current Police Clearance (no older than six months) or NDIS Worker Screening Check; and
• Current flu and COVID-19 vaccinations (unless exempt).

Career & study pathways

This qualification reflects the role of community service workers who design and deliver person-centred services to individuals and/or groups or communities across a range of services.

These roles require you to complete specialised tasks and functions in community services based on the development, facilitation and review of an individualised client plan and may provide services to individuals with complex needs.

Reporting to a supervisor and liaising with professionals and other service providers is included in these roles. You may also be required to supervise and/or coordinate a limited number of other workers.

Those with this qualification may continue on to a nursing or community sector qualification.

Mode of delivery, duration and assessment

This qualification is a blended mode of online learning, regular attendance to face to face workshops and self study. With support and mentoring from our industry experienced trainers and assessors, the total duration for this qualification may be between 6 to 12 months dependent on a suitable pace for the learner.

Forms of study include:

• Online learning
• Face to face trainer led sessions
• Practical skills and written assessments

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment of your prior skills, knowledge and life experiences that can be transferred to complete aspects of your current course requirements.

You might already possess some of the skills or knowledge being assessed on this course. If so, you may not be required to complete one or more of the units of competency.

You first need to apply to have your knowledge and skills assessed for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). This must be done when you enrol in the course.

To find out more about ALTI’s RPL process, please contact our Student Services Team

Qualification fees and charges

There is no cost for this course. This course is funded by the FEE FREE 2024 government initiative available from 1 January 2024.

For more information, please contact us.

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

Qualifications and Statements of Attainment

Amana Living Training Institute is committed to ensuring all Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) Qualifications and Statements of Attainment are issued in accordance with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations 2015 and will be recognised by other Registered Training Organisations nationally.

Amana Living Training Institute will recognise AQF qualifications and Statements of Attainment issued by other Registered Training Organisations.