Modification History
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CHC50708 Diploma of Community Development |
CHC50708 Diploma of Community Development |
Qualification updated in V4. ISC Upgrade to unit codes. No change to qualification outcome. |
Description
This qualification applies to community development work that aims to facilitate community members working together to influence and guide the future of their community. Work includes assisting community members to develop techniques and frameworks to facilitate this process.
Work functions may include:
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It defines the knowledge and skills for community development workers who work under broad direction from senior managers.
Occupational titles may include:
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Pathways Information
Not Applicable
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not Applicable
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
To gain entry into CHC50708Diploma of Community Development a candidate must:
1. Be recognised as competent, through a recognised training program or recognition process, against the following core units of competency from CHC40808 Certificate IV in Community Development:
CHCCD404E Develop and implement community programs
CHCCD412B Work within a community development framework
CHCCD505E Develop community resources
CHCCOM403A Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCCS411C Work effectively in the community sector
CHCINF407D Meet information needs of the community
CHCORG405E Maintain an effective work environment
HLTHIR403C Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTWHS300A Contribute to WHS processes
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2. Have sufficient relevant experience and knowledge of community development work to indicate likely success at this level of qualification in a job role involving:
- The application of knowledge with depth in some areas and demonstration of a broad range of technical and other skills
- A wide range of tasks and roles in a variety of contexts, with complexity in the range and choices of actions required and including work with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
- The exercise of discretionary judgement and decision making under general guidance.
Employability Skills Summary
Refer to the Topic: Introduction to the Employability Skills Qualification Summaries
Packaging Rules
PACKAGING RULES 15 units are required for award of this qualification including:
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
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Core units
BSBPMG510A Manage projects
CHCCD508D Support community action
CHCCD509C Support community leadership
CHCCD514B Implement community development strategies
CHCCD515B Communicate effectively within a community development context
CHCCD516B Work within organisation and government structures to enable community development outcomes
CHCLD514B Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services
CHCPOL403C Undertake research activities
AND one of the following units:
CHCCS502C Maintain legal and ethical work practices
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CHCCS522B Address complex legal and ethical issues in professional practice
(Note pre-requisite CHCCS400C)
The importance of culturally aware and respectful practice
All workers undertaking community development work need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. This foundation must be provided and assessed as part of a holistic approach to delivery and assessment of this qualification. Specific guidelines for assessment of this aspect of competency are provided in the Assessment Guidelines for the Community Services Training Package.
Group A – elective recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
This qualification has been structured (through the Entry requirements) to provide a specific focus on culturally diverse clients. Where work also involves a specific focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients or communities, candidates are recommended to select the following unit:
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
Other relevant electives
Electives are to be selected in line with specified Packaging Rules. Employers may specify that certain electives are required to address specific workplace needs.
CHCAD504B Provide advocacy and representation services
CHCAD603B Provide systems advocacy services
CHCADMIN403D Undertake administrative work
CHCCD402B Develop and provide community education projects
CHCCD420B Work to empower Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities
CHCCD615A Develop and implement community development strategies
CHCCD618B Facilitate the development of community capacity to manage place
CHCCD619B Establish and maintain community, government and business partnerships
CHCCM503C Develop, facilitate and monitor all aspects of case management
CHCCOM504B Develop, implement and promote effective workplace communication
CHCCS400C Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCCS421B Undertake community sector work within own community
CHCCS422B Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately
CHCCS506A Promote and respond to workplace diversity
CHCCSL501A Work within a structured counselling framework
CHCCW503A Work intensively with clients
CHCGROUP403D Plan and conduct group activities
CHCINF505D Meet statutory and organisation information requirements
CHCLLN403A Identify clients with language, literacy and numeracy needs and respond effectively
CHCNET404B Facilitate links with other services
CHCNET503D Develop new networks
CHCORG428A Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCPOL504B Develop and implement policy
CHCPOL505B Manage research activities
HLTHIR404D Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people
LGACOM502B Devise and conduct community consultations
PSPMNGT605B Manage diversity
The following grouping of relevant electives is provided to facilitate selection and does not necessarily reflect workplace requirements. Electives may be selected from one or more groups.
Working with people with alcohol and other drug issues
CHCAOD402B Work effectively in the alcohol and other drugs sector
CHCAOD510B Work effectively with clients with complex alcohol and/or other drugs issues
CHCPROM503A Provide community focused promotion and prevention strategies
Working with people with mental health issues
CHCMH402B Apply understanding of mental health issues and recovery processes
CHCMH411A Work with people with mental health issues
CHCPROM503A Provide community focused promotion and prevention strategies
Child protection electives
CHCCHILD401B Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCCHILD505B Work effectively in child protection and out of home care for children and young people
CHCPROT424A Develop a child protection practice framework
CHCPROT429A Work collaboratively to maintain a child safe environment
Settlement work electives
CHCSW401A Work effectively with forced migrants
CHCSW402B Undertake bicultural work with forced migrants in Australia
Social housing / homelessness electives
CHCCH301C Work effectively in social housing
CHCCH427B Work effectively with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
CHCCH428B Work effectively within the Australian housing system
CHCCH522B Undertake outreach work
Oral health
CHCOHC401A Inform and encourage clients and groups to understand and achieve good oral health
CHCOHC402A Support clients and groups to learn practical aspects of oral health care