Diploma of Community Development
| Course Code: | CHC50708 |
| Department: | Centre for Community Wellbeing |
| Study Area(s): | Community Services |
| Location(s): | Broadmeadows |
| Course Length: | Full-time (2 years) Part-time day (3 years) Part-time night (3 years) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
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Kangan Institute 2013 Diploma and Advanced Diploma tuition fees
Course overview
The course is designed to train students for community work through a broad range of services involving community consultation, public education, health promotion and advocacy. This course aims to provide students with the knowledge, skills and understanding to work with communities and individuals that may experience disadvantage and discrimination.
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Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
Please note: the fees listed below relate to only 2013 courses.
| Government Subsidised | Indigenous Concession | Full fee | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average annual course fee# | Average annual course fee# | Average annual course fee# | |||
| $1500 | $300 | $3000 |
# Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student. Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply such as student services and IT fees. Click here to view 2013 Student Services and IT fees.
Diploma and advanced diploma students are no longer eligible for a concession or exemption of tuition fees however VET FEE HELP is available to eligible students. Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander students can continue accessing concession rates at all program levels (including diploma and advanced diploma).
If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, Indigenous concession or full fees. For more information about our fees structure, click here.
See the detailed fees breakdown here.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
For a fee schedule, call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222. Alternatively email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. There may be an extra cost for materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
This course will train students for work in community development worker positions. Some examples include: community/neighbourhood house coordinator, local government CD worker, migrant service worker, community housing worker, emergency accommodation worker, women's service worker, union organiser, environmental community worker, youth or disability program worker, community relations project worker, community policy and research officer or community education and training worker.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
The course is designed for those already working as community development workers or those wishing to enter the sector. You will learn skills which will enable you to research and address needs using strategies which empower and strengthen people and their communities.
What qualifications will I receive?
When students successfully complete this course they will be awarded the Diploma of Community Development. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework, this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
Students may be eligible to articulate into the final year of the Bachelor of Arts (Community Development) at Victoria University, or gain credits towards the Degree in Community Development at Deakin University and other universities. They may also gain credits towards further study in community services.
Can I apply?
Applicants must demonstrate maturity for the work in the community services field and also have undertaken paid or unpaid community work.
All applicants are required to attend an information session prior to selection into this course.
How do I apply?
If you wish to apply for this course, you must obtain an application form from the Institute or apply online.
Call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au.
Applicants will also need to submit two written references from a person who works in the community services field, has some community standing, or knows the applicant well (not close friends or relatives).
The forms and letters of reference must be provided prior to acceptance into the course.
How will I be selected for this course?
Applicants need to attend a course information and interview session and then submit an application form with two written references.
Applicants also need to attend a selection interview (dates will be provided at the information session). Selection will be partially based on the applicant's life experience, maturity and understanding of social justice issues. Interview dates and times will be provided at the information session.
How long is the course?
This course is two years full-time (4 days per week) OR three years part-time (Wednesday 1.30pm - 9pm, plus some flexible workbooks).
There is a practical placement requirement of 200 hours in first year and 220 hours in second year.
Where and how can I study?
Classes are held at the Broadmeadows campus. Each subject area comprises of off-the-job (classroom-based) and on-the-job (workplace-based) learning. You will undertake a work placement at the end of the first year and second year.
How will I be assessed?
You will need to show that they have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Students may be assessed by a combination of written assignments or tests, oral tests and practical assessments in class or during a work placement. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and the how it will operate. If needed, you will have the chance for reassessment and appeal.
Additional comments
All applicants are required to attend an information session prior to selection into this course.
Waiting list only for February 2013 intake
What will I study?
This course has a strong emphasis on understanding the underlying structures of our society. Your learning program covers: politics, economics, sociology, human rights and advocacy, community law, practical strategies for social change, social policy, research, organisations and change, social action, group and personal communication skills and information access. Students can explore issues such as women in contemporary society, global issues, the experiences of indigenous Australians and multiculturalism.
