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.
Target Groups:
- Individuals seeking to pursue a career in a Community Services Industry
- Individuals seeking to enhance their current skills
- Individuals seeking to pursue a higher education qualification
Career Outcomes:
- Centre Manager in Community Services Sector
- Community Development Worker
- Neighbourhood Centre Manager
- Project Manager (Community Services)
- Program Coordinator
Future Pathways
Students who complete this course may wish to continue their education into the higher education qualifications in community services management.
Age Requirement:
- Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the commencement of the course.
Academic Qualifications:
- Completion of Australian Year 12 or an equivalent qualification.
- For certain courses, completion of an AQF Diploma or a relevant qualification may be required.
English Language Proficiency:
- An overall valid academic IELTS score of at least 6.0, with no band less than 5.5, or an equivalent score from a recognized English language test.
- Alternatively, proficiency can be demonstrated by:
- Completion of an Advanced level English course from an approved ELICOS provider.
- Completion of a Certificate IV level course in an Australian Registered Training Organization (RTO) within the last two years.
- Successfully passing Western Sydney College’s English Placement Test.
Additional Requirements:
- International students must meet the Student Visa (Subclass 500) requirements.
- For packaged courses, students must successfully complete the lower-level qualification to progress to the higher-level qualification.
Thirteen (13) units includes Eight (8) core units and Five (5) elective units are required for the award of the CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management. Units have been selected in accordance with the packaging rules and are relevant to the work outcome, local industry requirements and qualification level.
| Code | Unit Name |
| CHCDIV003 | Manage and promote diversity |
| CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
| CHCMGT001 | Develop, implement and review quality framework |
| CHCMGT003 | Lead the work team |
| BSBFIM601 | Manage finances |
| BSBINN601 | Lead and manage organisational change |
| BSBMGT608 | Manage innovation and continuous improvement |
| BSBRSK501 | Manage risk |
Elective Units:
| Code | Unit Name |
| CHCCOM003 | Develop workplace communication strategies |
| BSBHRM512 | Develop and manage performance-management processes |
| CHCPOL003 | Research and apply evidence to practice |
| CHCCCS007 | Develop and implement service programs |
| BSBSUS501 | Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability |
The costs for this course are as follows:
Enrolment fee: $250 (non-refundable)
Course fees: $24,000
Materials fees: $2,000
Payment terms and conditions are included in the Student Handbook. Additionally, a detailed payment plan and payment arrangements are provided in the letter of offer and written agreement which is provided to the student for their review and agreement prior to acceptance into the course. The agreement also includes details of additional fees and charges, which may be applicable.
Please note Western Sydney College reserves the right to vary the tuition fees and/or other charges from time to time.
Please contact the administration for current course fees and associated charges.
The delivery mode for this qualification will be 6.5 hours Online and 13.5 hours face to face on Campus.
Classroom training will be held at 55 High Street in Parramatta NSW 2150
The delivery mode of this qualification will be 6.5 hours Online and 13.5 hours face to face on Campus.
This qualification consists of different Units of Competencies (UOC) and our qualified trainers will explain UOC outlines at the beginning of the training of each UOC.
Each training session is facilitated with learner resources such as PowerPoint Presentation, student learner guide, formative activities, and where applicable, supported with simulated case studies, policies and procedures, software and necessary hardware, etc.
Students can bring their laptops that must have Microsoft Office or other necessary software installed. Laptops must be fully charged and students must bring a USB flash drive.
Note: The course timetable will be available before course commencement and students are required to contact our admissions team for the available timetables.
All our Units of Competencies (UOC) are assessed through a combination of assessment types. These may include practical demonstrations, role plays, writing reports, group projects, presentations, and written questionnaires, etc.
All International students are required to meet satisfactory course progress to meet their student visa requirements. Please refer to International Student Handbook which is available on our website on the specific support that WSC offers to international students. Additional support is provided to those international students who are identified as a risk of not meeting the course progress requirements as per the intervention strategy.
Western Sydney College is committed to ensuring that students get all the support they need to complete their studies.
Western Sydney College will provide a wide range of learning support options and resources to assist students such as;
- One-on-one support from our trainers/assessors to assist with their studies.
- Additional classes, tutorial and workshops
- One-on-one support from the Administration relating to any student concerns such includes language, literacy, and numeracy issues.
- Referral to relevant external services.
If students need any support, please contact the support team.
E: support@wsc.nsw.edu.au
Students may apply for recognition of existing qualifications or skills, knowledge and experience (credit transfer or recognition of prior learning) as per the information included in our International Student Handbook.
For international students, the granting of course credit may affect their course fees as well as the duration of the course.
The result of the application for credit and any changes to fees or course duration will be advised to students in writing.
If course credit is granted following the issuance of the Confirmation of Enrolment, students will receive a new Confirmation of Enrolment showing reduced course duration.
For further details please contact our admissions team.
Email: admissions@wsc.nsw.edu.au
