Diploma of Leisure and Health
| Course Code: | CHC50508 |
| Department: | Centre for Community Wellbeing |
| Study Area(s): | Health and Nursing |
| Location(s): | Moonee Ponds |
| Course Length: | Part-time day (1 year, 6 months) Flexible (1 year, 6 months) |
| Direct Entry: | You can apply for this course directly through Kangan Institute. |
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Course overview
This program is recognised throughout Australia and provides students with the knowledge, skills and ethical conduct required to work as a leisure officer / activities officer or diversional therapist.
Course Fees
Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
| Government Subsidised | Fee For Service (Full fee) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession | Non concession | RPL | Concession | Non concession | RPL | |
| Tuition fees | $ 100# | $ 2500 | $ 95 | n/a | $ 6500 | $ 3250 |
| Student Services & Amenities Fees | $ 32 | $ 212^ | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Ancillary Fees | $ 26 | $ 26 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
# Concession card holders enrolling in a Diploma or Advanced Diploma are under 25 as at 01/01/2012 the concession tuition fee applies.
# If an Indigenous student the relevant concession tuition fee applies.
^ Fees will not be more than stated.
* Approximate fees displayed are based on calendar year calculations. The fees apply to the units enrolled in 2012 only. Any enrolments in subsequent years will be charged at the rates applicable for that year.
* Materials fees may be required.
How to calculate fees? See the examples here.
| Tuition fee | Student Services & Amenities Fees | Ancillary Fees | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Example 1: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Deepening program with 200 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | $1,196.00 | $0.32 x 200 = $64.00 | $26.00 | $1,286.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $2,392.00 | n/a | n/a | $2,392.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $1,196.00 | n/a | n/a | $1,196.00 |
| Example 2: | A student is enrolled in a Skills Deepening program with 900 nominal hours. | |||
| Government subsidised (Non concession) | Capped at the maximum of $2,500.00 | $0.32 x 900 = $288.00 but capped at the maximum of $212.00 | $26.00 | $2,738.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (Non concession) | $6,500.00 but capped at the maximum of $6500.00 | n/a | n/a | $6500.00 |
| Fee-For-Service (RPL) | $3,250.00 but capped at the maximum of $3250.00 | n/a | n/a | $3250.00 |
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 reference books and specialised materials.
What employment opportunities will I have?
Leisure officer
Recreational activities officer
Community worker
Youth worker
Disability support officer
Recreation and leisure programmer
Diversional therapist
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
You will gain skills in designing, implementing and evaluating health and leisure for clients in residential facilities and/or community agencies and day respite centres.
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course, you will be awarded the Diploma of Community Services (Lifestyle and Leisure). As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework, this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
This course may lead to higher level studies in community services.
Can I apply?
The prerequisites for this course are either year 12 or equivalent, Certificate III Aged Care, Certificate IV Disability Work, Certificate IV Community Services, or relevant experience.
How do I apply?
If you wish to apply for this course, you must obtain an application form from the Institute or apply online. You can also call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or email enquiries@kangan.edu.au. Please contact the Health Nursing and Aged Care Department on (03) 9094 3433 for information on the next available intake and information session.
How will I be selected for this course?
All applicants will be required to undertake a selection criteria interview and undertake a literacy and numeracy assessment.
How long is the course?
Two years part time depending on students' prior experience in work and/or study.
Where and how can I study?
Classes are from 9am - 3pm on Wednesdays at Moonee Ponds campus. For rural applicants or those who cannot attend class - flexible delivery can be negotiated.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will be advised in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
Additional comments
Information Session:
Please call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222 for further information and intake details. Alternatively, you may contact the Department on (03) 9094 3433.
What will I study?
Please call us on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or (03) 9279 2222 for a course outline. Alternatively, you may contact the Department on (03) 9094 3433.
