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Community Welfare Work (Diploma)   


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There is currently a shortage of welfare workers in Perth. This two year course provides the students with the skills and knowledge to manage the service delivery of community organisations. Students learn skills in consultation, community program development, group work, advocacy, case management, policy and research. As part of the qualification students undertake a supervised work placement.


Summary

Program Summary
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Duration (depends on entry & exit point): 2 years of full-time study
Study Location(s) Available: In Perth - Mt Lawley, Joondalup, Fremantle, Thornlie and Midland. In Regional W.A. - Albany & Geraldton
College(s): Central, Swan, Challenger, West Coast, Great Southern, Central West
Approximate Tuition Costs: A$10,000 per year
Commencement/Intake Availability: Feb and July (except Albany and Geraldton which has a Feb intake only)
Special Requirements: A current Senior First Aid Certificate is required before undertaking supervised work placement. Students can complete a senior first aid course on campus. A Federal Police Clearance is required prior to work placement and employment in most community services agencies.*
Other Study Costs (paid to College): The First Aid certificate costs around A$100
Other Info: These courses include a significant workplace component*

Download our Subject handbook (PDF) of all Health, Education, Community Services, Sport & Lifestyle courses.


Qualifications Available in this Program (depending on your entry & exit points)
  • Diploma of Community Welfare Work

Program Components & Pathway

This program can include multiple courses and different entry and exit points providing students the flexibility to begin at the most suitable stage and continue studying till they reach their desired outcome. Please see the study pathway diagram below.

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General Entry Requirements and Pre-requisites

To enter this Diploma students must complete any Certificate IV in a community services area (except Childrens Services)


Special Requirements

> A current Senior First Aid Certificate is required before undertaking supervised work placement. Students can complete a senior first aid course on campus - which must be finished in the first 6 weeks.

> A Federal Police Clearance is required prior to work placement and employment in most community services agencies.

Further details on these requirements will be provided at the College when you start.


What You'll Learn in this Course

This qualification provides students with the practical skills and knowledge to manage the service delivery of community service organisations. Students learn skills in consultation, community program development, group work, advocacy, case management, policy, and research. They also learn skills in the management of finances, work safety, and the work environment. They undertake projects that involve working as part of a team and with the community.


Work Experience, Activities & Events

As part of this course students will undertake a supervised work placement where they are able to apply the skills and knowledge learnt as well as gain valuable industry experience and contacts.


Career Outcomes

Graduates of this course can gain employment as a social worker, case worker/coordinator or welfare worker.


Further Study & University Options

Successful completion of this course will allow students to continue further studies at university in related subjects such as a Bachelor of Social Work.  Often with credit. Please contact your specific university of interest for more details on entry.


Detailed Course & Unit Information

These courses consist of required units and a broad choice of elective units allowing students to specialise in certain areas. A sample program structure and unit outline is available in the Subject handbook (PDF).


Other General Study Information

For further information about studying at TAFE WA please see our TAFE Colleges section or find out about the application process by clicking on:


Student Profile

yinStudent: Yin Shan Kong - Hong Kong

Course: Diploma of Community Welfare Work

Where: West Coast TAFE - Joondalup

"I really enjoy studying at West Coast College of TAFE. It is a really good experience for me to choose to study in Perth. I have learnt a lot of things that will help me with my employment and the lecturers are really friendly."