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About the course
This Certificate IV in Community Services develops entry-level skills for work across the community services sector. You’ll build practical capabilities to support individuals and communities, understand service delivery contexts, and prepare for further study. Delivered on campus at RMIT’s Melbourne City campus, the qualification is designed for those seeking a vocational pathway into community-focused roles in social and community services. The programme introduces counselling basics, community support skills, and behavioural science fundamentals.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue entry-level roles supporting people and communities across a range of community services settings. Typical job outcomes include community services worker, community support worker, case worker, welfare support worker/officer, family support worker, outreach worker, domestic violence worker, early intervention homelessness worker, and health education officer. This Certificate IV supports starting a career in community services and social support. Preparing graduates for community support, welfare assistant, and care coordination roles, or degree articulation.
Living Costs in Sydney**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290 |
Average Salary***
