CHC62015 

Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management

CRICOS CODE: 119009C
Duration
76 weeks
Delivery
20 hours per week of classroom-based learning
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Overview

This qualification reflects the role of workers who are middle managers or managers across a range of community sector organisations. These people work independently and report to executive management, directors or boards of management. They undertake a range of functions requiring the application of knowledge and skills to achieve results in line with the organisation’s goals and strategic directions.

At this level, workers have responsibility for planning and monitoring service delivery, recruitment and performance management of other paid or unpaid workers, managing risk and contributing to continuous improvement within the scope of their specific role. This may include management of a specific programs or project, or broader management of a community-based organisation, early childhood education service, not-for-profit organisation or community centre.

Duration/Delivery

Duration
76 weeks
Delivery
20 hours per week of classroom-based learning

Entry Requirements

ACOS requires that all students:

  • Are over the age of 18.
  • Complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy, Digital [LLND] assessment to demonstrate that they have the required level of LLND skills required by the course.
  • Demonstrate an interest in, knowledge of, and suitability for leadership and management roles within the community services sector
  • Demonstrate the level of maturity, professionalism, and responsibility required to lead, manage, and provide effective support and services within community organisations

 

Further Information – International Students

This course is available to international students who are able to provide evidence that they:

  • Meet the English proficiency requirements with a valid IELTS Academic score of 6.0 with no score below 5.5 in any band, or PTE Academic score of 47 with no score of 39 in each section.
  • Are suitable for entry via an interview (online or in person) as part of the course selection process.
  • It is a condition of entry that upon acceptance, students provide evidence of having an Australian Student Visa [subclass 500].

Units of Competency

 

Code Title Core / Elective
CHCDIV003 Manage and promote diversity Core
CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance Core
CHCMGT001 Develop, implement and review quality framework Core
CHCMGT003 Lead the work team Core
BSBFIM601 Manage finances Core
BSBINN601 Lead and manage organisational change Core
BSBMGT608 Manage innovation and continuous improvement Core
BSBRSK501 Manage risk Core
CHCCOM003 Develop workplace communication strategies Elective
CHCADV005 Provide systems advocacy services Elective
CHCFAM009 Facilitate family intervention strategies Elective
CHCPOL003 Research and apply evidence to practice Elective
BSBHRM521 Facilitate performance development processes Elective

Career Outcomes

Service ManagerProgram or Project ManagerOperations ManagerRegional or Area CoordinatorExecutive Officer or Director

Fees

FeesDomestic StudentInternational Student
Enrolment Fee$450$450
Materials Fee$550$550
Tuition Fee$6,000$15,000
Total$7,000$16,000

Education Pathway

Graduates of the CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management may pursue further study and professional development opportunities to expand their leadership and management capabilities.

Further education pathways may include:

  • Higher education qualifications such as:
    • Bachelor of Community Services
    • Bachelor of Social Work
    • Bachelor of Human Services
    • Bachelor of Business (Management)
    • Bachelor of Leadership and Management