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Lead With Purpose - Diploma of Community Services, Online in Australia
Duration: 18–24 months
Work placement: 400 hours
Program Delivery: Online + Work Placement
If you're ready to move beyond frontline support into coordination, case management, and leadership roles, the Diploma of Community Services online (CHC52025) is the qualification designed for you. This advanced, nationally recognised program equips you with the specialist skills to manage services, coordinate teams, and create lasting impact for individuals and communities across Australia.
Study your online Diploma of Community Services at the Institute for Online Learning — flexibly, from anywhere in the country.
What you'll learn
The Diploma of Community Services takes your skills to a new level. You'll develop capabilities in:
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Coordinating, managing, and delivering programs to individuals, families, and communities
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Case management - developing, monitoring, and reviewing client plans
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Leadership, supervision, and support of other workers and volunteers
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Working with people experiencing housing insecurity, family violence, mental health challenges, disability, and financial hardship
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Navigating policy, legislation, and ethical practice in complex community settings
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Community development and identifying new service opportunities
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The qualification requires 16 units of competency (8 core + 8 elective), plus a mandatory work placement component of 100 hours, depending on your chosen study pathway.
Course Details
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CHC52025
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Online + Work Placement
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18–24 months (flexible delivery)
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400 hours (pathway dependent)
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No formal prerequisites; some sector experience advantageous
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Nationally recognised under the AQF
Detail
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Qualification Code
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Duration
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Work Placement
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Recognition
Career Outcomes
Early Childhood Program Coordinator
$70,000 - $85,000
Annual salary range
Family Support Worker
$65,000 - $80,000
Annual salary range
Childcare Licensing or Compliance Officer
$75,000 - $90,000
Annual salary range
Career Outcomes
The Diploma of Community Services takes your skills to a new level. You'll develop capabilities in:
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Case Manager
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Community Services Coordinator
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Community Development Worker
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Youth Services Worker (senior level)
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Community Program Coordinator
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Community Care Manager
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Youth Housing Support Manager
Why Choose an Online Diploma of Community Services With IOL?
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Study 100% online - designed for working professionals and career changers
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Flexible study schedule with dedicated trainer support and one-on-one guidance
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Nationally recognised qualification that opens doors across Australia
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Backed by MCIE (RTO 22172), a respected registered training organisation with decades of experience
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Pathway progression opportunities into university-level study
Payment options
Pay Upfront and Save
You pay
$9,900
Save $1,750
All amounts are in AUD. Speak to our friendly Education Consultants at 1300 737 004 to learn about flexible payment plans
OUR TEAM
IOL Instructors are industry professionals with extensive experience and expertise, dedicated to providing practical, hands-on learning. They are committed to helping students develop the skills to succeed in the impactful and evolving community services industry.
