Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management

CHC62015

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of workers who are middle managers or managers across a range of community sector organisations. These people work independently and report to executive management, directors or boards of management. They undertake a range of functions requiring the application of knowledge and skills to achieve results in line with the organisation's goals and strategic directions.

At this level, workers have responsibility for planning and monitoring service delivery, recruitment and performance management of other paid or unpaid workers, managing risk and contributing to continuous improvement within the scope of their specific role. This may include management of a specific programs or project, or broader management of a community-based organisation, early childhood education service, not-for-profit organisation or community centre.

No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

    • Government funding is available for this course. Check your eligibility for:

      • Career Boost (general)
      Check your eligibility

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    To see how government funding could help to reduce the cost of your course, check your eligibility for funding.

  • On-the-job training

    • Apprenticeships and traineeships are not available for this course.

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Qualification only:
      18 months – 2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Classroom-based

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Develop, implement and review quality framework Core
Lead and manage organisational change Core
Lead the work team Core
Manage and promote diversity Core
Manage finances Core
Manage innovation and continuous improvement Core
Manage legal and ethical compliance Core
Manage risk Core
Collaborate with families to plan service and supports Elective
Contribute to organisation development Elective
Coordinate client directed services Elective
Coordinate complex case requirements Elective
Develop and implement a business plan Elective
Develop and implement policy Elective
Develop and implement service programs Elective
Develop and implement strategic plans Elective
Develop and manage performance management processes Elective
Develop workplace communication strategies Elective
Develop workplace policy and procedures for sustainability Elective
Develop, implement and monitor a marketing campaign Elective
Direct the integration of projects Elective
Direct the scope of a project program Elective
Establish and develop community organisations or social enterprises Elective
Facilitate family intervention strategies Elective
Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes Elective
Implement and monitor marketing activities Elective
Implement recovery oriented approaches to complexity Elective
Implement WHS risk management Elective
Manage human resources strategic planning Elective
Manage knowledge and information Elective
Manage partnership agreements with service providers Elective
Manage volunteer workforce development Elective
Mentor in the workplace Elective
Monitor corporate governance activities Elective
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety Elective
Promote and represent the service Elective
Promote equity in access to the service Elective
Provide case management supervision Elective
Provide First Aid Elective
Provide leadership across the organisation Elective
Provide systems advocacy services Elective
Recruit, induct and support volunteers Elective
Reflect on and improve own professional practice Elective
Research and apply evidence to practice Elective
Respond to problems and complaints about the service Elective
Secure and manage funding Elective
Support people to improve relationships Elective
Support workplace coaching and mentoring Elective
Work effectively with the Board of an organisation Elective
Work within organisation and government structures to enable community development outcomes Elective

Job prospects

The Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Nursing Clinical Director

    ANZSCO 134212

    Nursing Clinical Directors manage nursing programs and clinical services in hospitals, aged care or other health service facilities, maintain standards of nursing care, provide leadership to ensure an appropriately skilled nursing and midwifery workforce, and contribute to health service planning.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Welfare Centre Manager

    ANZSCO 134214

    Welfare Centre Managers manage centres, programs or projects concerned with social welfare support.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Other Health and Welfare Services Manager

    ANZSCO 134299

    Other Health and Welfare Services Managers includes jobs like Director of Pharmacy, Director of Physiotherapy Services, Director of Speech Pathology, Manager of Allied Health Services, and Medical Corps Officer (Army).

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Community Arts Worker

    ANZSCO 272611

    Community Arts Workers identify issues of local need, concerns and aspirations through community consultation, and design and implement strategies to facilitate and encourage community arts projects and happenings, and promote the value of community cultural development.

    Recommended education level:
    Bachelor degree or higher

  • Community Worker

    ANZSCO 411711

    Develop and implement plans to improve life in the local community.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Disabilities Services Officer

    ANZSCO 411712

    Disabilities Services Officers work in a range of service units which provide education and community access to people with intellectual, physical, social and emotional disabilities.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Out of School Hours Care Worker

    ANZSCO 421114

    Out of School Hours Care Workers provide care for school age children in an out of school hours care program.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Refuge Worker

    ANZSCO 423413

    Refuge Workers provide services and support to people seeking assistance in a refuge.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

  • Funeral Director

    ANZSCO 451311

    Funeral Directors plan and coordinate arrangements for funerals according to the wishes of the deceased or their relatives.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

Training providers delivering Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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