The units in this course will help you on your journey within the community services industry. If you are inspired by supporting and caring for others, this course will give you the skills and knowledge you need. Upon successful completion of this course, you have a wide range of opportunities.
There are many roles within the community services industry, and there is always room to challenge yourself and grow. Some positions include the following:
- Detoxification worker
- Drug and alcohol community support worker
- Family support worker
- Mental health outreach worker
- Caseworker
- Community Rehabilitation and Support Worker.
Earnings and salary will vary across positions and organisations. If you are unsure where to start, click the following link to Seek - Explore careers page, and spend some filtering through the options and indicative salaries within Community Services. Here, you will also find access to templates and tools to help you get job-ready when the time comes.
If you would like to continue your studies after the completion of this qualification, you may be interested in pursuing some of the following courses.
- Certificate IV in Mental Health
- Certificate IV in Community Services
- Certificate IV in Youth Work
- Diploma of Counselling
- Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
These courses may help to further your career in this industry, setting you up for more senior or specialised positions.
