TasTAFE
Start a rewarding career in community services with this entry-level qualification. Learn practical skills in supporting diverse individuals and communities across health, disability, aged care, and early childhood sectors through two specialized focus areas.
There are no essential entry requirements for this course. However, desirable skills include ability to read, write and understand documents; active listening skills; appropriate social and non-verbal behaviour; responsibility for others' health and safety; good interpersonal and communication skills; and ability to work independently or as part of a team. Students must be at least 16 years old to enrol at TasTAFE. Upon completion, students must successfully meet requirements including a Tasmanian National Police Check and Working with Vulnerable People Card.
The course covers core units including: Organise and complete daily work activities, Provide first point of contact, Communicate and work in health or community services, Work with diverse people, and Participate in workplace health and safety. Elective units include: Manage personal stress in the workplace, Use digital technology for routine workplace tasks, Interact effectively with others at work, Read and respond to routine workplace information, Provide basic emergency life support, and Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control. Two focus areas are available: Community and Early Learning focus covers supporting diverse individuals, workplace organization, health and safety basics, client needs awareness, and diversity principles; Health focus covers health, aged care, and disability sectors, employment pathways, resume and portfolio development.
TasTAFE is Tasmania's leading vocational education and training provider with extensive industry connections and campus locations across the state. The institution offers practical, workplace-focused training with experienced educators, flexible study options, and comprehensive student support services. TasTAFE provides recognition of prior learning, credit transfer opportunities, and strong pathways into employment and further study within the community services sector.
Graduates can pursue entry-level roles as Community Services Workers, Aged Care/Disability Workers, or Community Organisation Volunteers. The qualification serves as a pathway to further study in Certificate III in Individual Support and other community services or health care qualifications. Career opportunities span aged care, disability support, early childhood education, health services, and community organizations across Tasmania and beyond.
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