CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management

Course Overview

Career outcomes

Training / Career Pathways

Course Details

Program Duration and Delivery Mode

Training takes place within the classroom, in your own workplace and through independent study.

Classes are held one (1) day per week, 9.30am to 3.30pm (total 39 sessions).   The course also includes 3 x 2-week class breaks to enable students to consolidate their learning and complete tasks and assessments.  The total course duration is 45 weeks (some variation may occur based on an individual’s student’s enrolment and training plan.

In addition to classroom attendance, you will also be consolidating your new knowledge and skills within your own workplace, through a series of structured tasks and reflection exercises. The workplace practice component of the course provides you with the opportunity to not only practice what you are learning in your own workplace, but also draw on your own experience and observations and use this as part of the learning experience. See Entry Requirements.

You should also expect to undertake an additional 10-14 hours each week on your assessment and independent study.

Entry Requirements

To gain entry into this course, candidates must:

• be a minimum 18 years of age
• be currently employed in the Community Services sector for a minimum of two (2) years and be working at least 15 hours (2 days) per week
• successful completion of a Minimum AQF Certificate IV qualification within the past five (5) years (or evidence of formal study combined with significant and current industry experience)
• demonstrate Language, Literacy and Numeracy at minimum ACSF Level IV
• moderate to high-level computer skills

Candidates must also have:

• verified access to an on-site Workplace Mentor who holds a Coordination or Management level position
• verified access to workplace documentation including organisational policies, procedures, systems, resources and equipment
• opportunities for interaction in a leadership role
• direct access to: Word, internet and email

Assessment

Assessment is conducted using a range of different methods:

• Role-plays and verbal questioning conducted in the classroom
• Written questioning, case studies, projects and assignments through the on-line campus
• Workplace tasks and Third-Party reports from your workplace mentor

Core Units Delivered

BSBINN601 – Lead and manage organisational change 

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to determine strategic change requirements and opportunities; and to develop, implement and evaluate change management strategies.

It applies to a management role where responsibilities extend across the organisation or across significant parts of a large organisation and who have a dedicated role in human resources management, human resources development, or work in a strategic policy or planning area.

BSBMGT608 – Manage innovation and continuous improvement

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to sustain and develop an environment in which continuous improvement, innovation and learning are promoted and rewarded.

It applies to a managerial role which aims to build a better and more effective work environment. The unit addresses continuous improvement and innovation and makes links with the model of the learning organisation and people working at this level play an important role in building the culture, values and attitudes of the organisation.

BSBRSK501 – Manage risk

This unit covers skills and knowledge required to manage risks in a range of contexts across an organisation or for a specific business unit or area in any industry setting. 

BSBFIM601 – Manage finances

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to oversee the management of financial and other resources across a business unit including undertake budgeting, financial forecasting and reporting and to allocate and manage resources to achieve the required outputs for the business unit. It includes contributing to financial bids and estimates, allocating funds, managing budgets and reporting on financial activity.

 

Elective Units Delivered

CHCADV005 – Provide systems advocacy services

This unit covers skills and knowledge required to advocate and ensure that government, community and organisational systems broadly support and uphold human rights. The unit also addresses the advocation of change and continuous improvement at the organisational level to improve client outcomes and service quality.

CHCMGT002 – Manage partnership agreements with service providers

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to establish and monitor formal agreements and partnerships with specialist support providers to meet client needs.

CHCMGT006 – Coordinate client directed services

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to coordinate and monitor the implementation of services to clients.  The unit focuses on consultation with clients to obtain agreement regarding service options and coordinating all aspects of service provision.

CHCCSM004 – Coordinate complex case requirements

This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to coordinate multiple service requirements for clients with complex needs within a case management framework.

Additional Information

Trainers and Assessors

Our qualified trainers and assessors have current industry experience in the Community Services sector at a program management level.

Attendance

Students are required to attend minimum 80% of all classes.  In some circumstances a student may be prevented from undertaking assessment should their attendance not meet minimum requirements. Please refer to our Student Handbook for more information (see Further Information below).

Materials and Equipment

Students undertaking this course are required to complete assessments online using the EmployEase Learning Management System.  In some instances, you may need to upload a document or download a document from the LMS, therefore applicants must have:

• Access to a computer with internet and MS word
• Access to a document scanner or digital uploading resource
• Basic to medium computer skills (able to create and upload a file; attach a file to email)
• Basic to medium MS Word skills (able to create a word document or spreadsheet)

Additional Learning and Support Services

All students undertaking training with EmployEase have access to our Return to Study – Study Skills session and our timetabled Study Support sessions.  Some additional support is also available after class by meeting with one of our qualified trainers.  Student Liaison is available to provide support in relation to goal setting, time management, study skills and welfare issues by contacting EmployEase reception on (03) 9761 2156.

Fees & Refunds

For further details refer to our Statement of fees.

This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government Funding. Subject to Eligibility.

Strict conditions are attached to the refunding of fees. For further information you are encouraged to read our Student handbook available on our website.

People with disabilities are encouraged to access training subsidised through the Skills First Program.

Further Information

You are encouraged to access a copy of our Student Handbook from our website which will provide you with more detailed information see https://employease.com.au/policies-about-us/. 

If you would like further information or have a question about any aspect of this Course Outline or our Student Handbook, please call EmployEase on (03) 9761 2156