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Diploma in Health and Social Care (Social Work) (Online)

Diploma.
University of New England

80

in world overall ranking*

14

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

This diploma builds foundational skills for evidence-based, interdisciplinary practice in the growing health and social care sector, with an introduction to social work theory and practice. It suits people already working in community, health or support services who want a recognised qualification, as well as those exploring a future pathway into health and social care roles. It is a Diploma in Sociology & Social Work. The programme introduces counselling basics, community support skills, and behavioural science fundamentals.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue entry-level roles supporting individuals and communities across health and social care settings, including community and disability services, aged care, youth support, and mental health support work. The course can also help existing workers formalise and broaden their practice with tertiary study and provide a pathway toward further study in social work and related areas. It is a Diploma in Sociology & Social Work. Preparing graduates for community support, welfare assistant, and care coordination roles, or degree articulation.


Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

tick icon International:

A$33,312 per year

tick icon Local:

A$13,030 per year

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Information

tick icon Duration

1 years

tick icon Upcoming Intakes

February, June, October

campus icon Campuses

Online

tick icon Course Code

DHSOCS

hotline icon Hotline

+61 3 9663 5333

email icon Email

australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconUNE INTERNATIONAL BURSARY

25% of tuition fees

tick iconUNE INTERNATIONAL ACCOMMODATION SCHOLARSHIP

A$11,000

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