This qualification is for people who want to work in a service delivery based organisation, either in direct client work and/or community education or development projects. Learners will develop skills in community development, case management, assessment and referral, advocacy, counseling, and group work psychology and sociology. Workers at this level operate at an advanced skill level and may also have responsibility for the supervision of other staff and volunteers. Course structure To receive the Diploma of Community Services students must complete all core units and, if available, a range of additional units. Core Units Develop and implement service programs Develop workplace communication strategies Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services Manage and promote diversity Manage legal and ethical compliance Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes Reflect on and improve own professional practice Manage work health and safety Career opportunities Occupational titles can include: assessor case coordinator case worker/manager community services worker community worker coordinator family support worker group worker program coordinator manager social welfare worker welfare worker Articulation When you finish this course you can apply to study Bachelor of Community Welfare or Social Science at university. You may be able to receive exemptions from some subjects based on your Diploma.