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<strong>TAFE</strong> Courses 1 Health and Hurnan Services 1113<br />
WELFARE STUDIES<br />
2507 ABC Diploma <strong>of</strong> Community Services<br />
(Welfare Studies)<br />
The course aims to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and values to<br />
perform competently as pr<strong>of</strong>essional social welfare workers.<br />
Campus<br />
Croydon; Prahran; Wantirna<br />
Career opportunities<br />
Social welfare workers. A pathway is also available for entry into <strong>Swinburne</strong>'s<br />
Bachelor <strong>of</strong> Social Science (Human Services). Students may also get credits in a<br />
range <strong>of</strong> other higher education courses.<br />
Course duration<br />
Four years part-time.<br />
Structure<br />
The course is delivered over four years part-tirne. The final components <strong>of</strong> the<br />
course can be completed on a full-time basis reducing completion to three years.<br />
Course subjects<br />
Core Modules<br />
Introduction to Social and Community Services<br />
Sociology<br />
Psychology1<br />
Welfare Practice<br />
Community Work 1<br />
Groupwork 1<br />
Groupwork 2<br />
Electives<br />
Students are required to complete the equivalent <strong>of</strong> four single electives for a<br />
total <strong>of</strong> 120 hours.<br />
Field Education<br />
Skills Workshops 1 and 2<br />
Psychology 2<br />
Practical Strategies for Social Change<br />
Research<br />
Social Policy<br />
Counselling Skills<br />
Law for Welfare Work<br />
Casework<br />
Entry requirements<br />
There are no formal entry requirements. However, applicants are required to have<br />
one or more years paid or unpaid welfare related work experience. In addition,<br />
applicants are required to demonstrate a level <strong>of</strong> personal maturity and aptitude<br />
for the course.<br />
All applicants are required to attend an information session and interview.<br />
Application procedure<br />
Applicants should contact the Department <strong>of</strong> Community and Further Education to<br />
obtain an application form.<br />
Further information<br />
Contact the Department <strong>of</strong> Community and Further Education on:<br />
(03) 9214 6866 (Prahranl, or<br />
(03) 92101212 (Croydon/Wantirna)<br />
Website: www.tafe.swin.edu.au/cafe/<br />
YOUTH WORK<br />
CHC40999 Certificate IV in Community<br />
Services (Youth World<br />
VTAe code: 78071 (Prahran), 71041 (Wantirna)<br />
The Certificate IV in Community Services (Youth Work) prepares graduates for<br />
direct care roles in residential care, juvenile justice and community support.<br />
Campus<br />
Prahran; Wantirna<br />
Career opportunities<br />
Direct care roles in residential care, juvenile justice and community support.<br />
Graduates may also continue to the Diploma in Community Services (Youth Work)<br />
and extend their knowledge and skills relevant for employment in case work and<br />
case management roles.<br />
Course duration<br />
One year full-time or two years part-time.<br />
Course subjects<br />
CHCAD1A<br />
CHCCOM3A<br />
CHCDRG4A<br />
CHCYTH1A<br />
CHCORG5A<br />
Advocate for Clients<br />
Utilise Specialist Communication Skills<br />
Follow Drganisations OH&S Policies<br />
Work Effectively with Young People<br />
Maintain Effective Work Environment<br />
CHCADMIN3A Undertake Administrative Work<br />
CHCAOD2A<br />
CHCCS3A<br />
Orientation to Alcohol & Drugs Sector<br />
Coordinate Provision <strong>of</strong> Services & Programs<br />
CHCGROUP3A Plan & Conduct Group Activities<br />
CHCINF2A<br />
CHCNET2A<br />
CHCPROT4A<br />
CHCPROT5A<br />
CHCPROT6A<br />
CHCYTH3A<br />
CHCCM2A<br />
CHCP&R3A<br />
CHCYTH4A<br />
Entry requirements<br />
Maintain Organsiations Information Systems<br />
Maintain effective Networks<br />
Prepare for Court Processes<br />
Provide Protective Services<br />
Facilitate Court Orders<br />
Support Young People to Take Action<br />
Establish. Monitor Case Management Strategies<br />
Undertake Research Activities<br />
Assist Young People in Responding to Crisis<br />
There are no formal entry requirements. However, applicants are required to<br />
demonstrate personal maturity and aptitude for involvement in the course. Paid or<br />
unpaid experience relevant to the course is an advantage.<br />
Application procedure<br />
Full-time applications must be made through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions<br />
Centre (VTAC). Part-time applicants should apply directly to the Department on<br />
(03) 9214 6866 (Prahran) or 92101212 (Wantirna). All applicants are required to<br />
attend an information session at which interviews will be arranged.<br />
Further information<br />
Contact the Community and Further Education Department on:<br />
(03) 9214 6866 (Prahran), or<br />
(03) 92101212 (Wantirna)<br />
Website: www.tafe.swin.edu.au/cafe/<br />
CHC50999 Diploma <strong>of</strong> Community Services<br />
(Youth Work)<br />
The Diploma <strong>of</strong> Community Services (Youth Work) prepares graduates for case<br />
work and case managernent roles in the youth work and related sectors.<br />
Campus<br />
Prahran<br />
<strong>Swinburne</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> Technology 1 <strong>TAFE</strong> <strong>Handbook</strong> <strong>2002</strong>
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