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    Certificate IV in Community Services

    10 months approx.
    2 days per week
    495
    IMG16
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    10 months approx.

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    This qualification reflects the role of community service workers who deliver and support person-centred services to individuals and groups. These workers may provide support, advocacy, or interventions to individuals, groups, or communities across various services, such as mental health support, housing assistance, and family services.

    At this level, workers may operate autonomously with limited responsibility within established guidelines and may supervise others. Their work may occur in diverse settings, including community service organizations, case work, or case management environments.

    The following employment pathways are available to students who complete this qualification:

    • Community Worker
    • Case Worker (Community Services)
    • Community Education Worker
    • Welfare Support Worker 
    • Team leader (Community Services)

     

    The further study pathways available to students who undertake this qualification include:

    All of the following requirements apply to enter this course:

    • Must be over the age of 18 years when your course starts
    • Ability to gain a national police clearance
    • Successful completion of the Language Literacy and Numeracy assessment
    • Complete Auctus enrolment process
    • If required, complete a CSPA assessment and/or the Upfront Assessment of Need process
    • Good level of physical fitness as required by the industry
    • Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office (particularly Microsoft Word)
    • Must hold a Certificate III level qualification in a related field

     

    See our Student Handbook for further guidance or speak to our enrolment advisor.

    Subsidised training fee is $495.

    (subject to eligibility criteria)

     

    Full fee is $4,990.

    (full fee applies when you are unable to access government funding).

    If your training is subsidised, the South Australian Government pays part of your course fees for you. The money goes straight to your training provider, so you can focus on your training. You will be required to pay only the co-contribution.

    You may be eligible for subsidised training if you live or work in South Australia, and you are:

    • an Australian or New Zealand citizen
    • a permanent Australian resident, or
    • an eligible visa holder

    Yes, employment status does not impact your eligibility to access government subsidised training.

    No, you do not need to hold a concession card.

    Every learner studying in a nationally recognised training organisation must meet the criteria which includes completing the Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment as part of the requirements to access Government subsidised funding for each course they enrol in. Subsidised funding cannot be accessed without the completion of the LLN test.

    Testimonials

    Auctus is a wonderful enterprise for training and expanding your prospects. The trainers and staff are pleasant, approachable and professional. Ritu in particular is incredibly knowledgeable and experienced. I would recommend Auctus to anyone looking to broaden their job options or advance their professional route to attain their goals and dreams.

    Hasti Ghanbarzada, Certificate IV in Disability Support

    This is an excellent business to train and further your opportunities. The trainers and staff are welcoming, easy to approach and also professional. I would recommend this business to anyone who would like to expand on career choices or further their employment pathway.

    Denise Schafer, Certificate IV in Disability Support

    Very professional RTO with highly enthusiastic facilitators! I would highly recommend Auctus Training and Education.

    Matt Newlands, Certificate IV in Disability Support

    I have had the pleasure of doing my training at Auctus and have met some amazing trainers that really know how to make learning fun and more enjoyable. All the trainers I have had, have all worked in my chosen field for several years and have many beneficial experiences and tips to pass along.

    Layli Eastland, Certificate IV in Disability Support

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