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About the course
The Graduate Certificate in Social and Community Services is for community and human services professionals seeking to advance, or for graduates aiming to enter the sector. You’ll explore theories and practice frameworks underpinning community service work and build capability for complex case work, group work and social advocacy. Graduates are prepared to contribute across government, non-government welfare organisations and community groups in social and community services.
Career outcome
Graduates can pursue roles across a wide range of human service settings, including government agencies, non-government welfare organisations and community-based groups. The course supports pathways into community development and frontline support work, with potential roles such as community development worker, community support worker, disability support worker, residential care worker, welfare worker or youth worker within the social and community services sector. Preparing graduates for organisational psychology, counselling support, human services, and specialist practitioner pathways.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
