Preparing to Work in Community Services or Health

SSDIS01002

Aged Care, Disability or Aging & Disability (Dual Qualification)

Step into the community services and health sector with the practical skills and knowledge employers are looking for. This skill set prepares you to start making a meaningful impact while building a strong foundation for future study or employment.

Have you always wanted to step into a rewarding career of enriching lives and giving back? This is where to start!

Please book a consultation with one of our knowledgeable Enrolment Consultants to find out more about the SSDIS01002 Preparing to Work in Community Services or Health.

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Why study this course?

Learn from experienced educations with extensive industry knowledge at School of Health’s state of the art facilities and simulated clinical labs in our Adelaide campus. 
Gain practical, job-ready skills for entry into the community services and health sectors
Build a strong foundation for further study in areas such as Individual Support, Community Services or Nursing
Learn essential workplace expectations, communication skills and basic care practices
Improve your employability in a high-demand and growing industry
Ideal for those new to the sector or looking to explore a career in health and community services
Delivered by experienced trainers with industry knowledge and support

Placement Guaranteed!

School of Health is committed to providing a training environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We encourage people from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply to study with us.

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Course Code:

SSDIS01002

Course Name:

Preparing to Work in Community Services or Health

Course Duration:

8 Weeks including practical work placement

Placement Duration:

80 hours

Delivery Method:

4 days per week of face-to-face sessions on campus over 6 weeks

Assessments:

Case studies, Logbooks and Portfolios, Practical Skills Assessments, Quizzes and Multiple Choice Questions, Role Plays, Third Party Observations and Written Assignments

Awarded by:

YourLife Health & Learning inc trading as Open Colleges School of Health ABN 39 742 730 429 (RTO 40049 | CRICOS Provider 03733E)

Core Units

HLTWHS002

Follow safe work practices for direct client care

CHCCOM005

Communicate and work in health or community services

CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

CHCLEG001

Work legally and ethically

HLTINF006

Apply basic principles and practices of infection prevention and control

Elective Units

HLTWHS006

Manage personal stressors in the work environment

CHCCDE003

Work within a community development framework

CHCAOD001

Work in an alcohol or other drugs context

CHCCCS023

Support independent wellbeing

CHCCOM001

Provide first point of contact

CHCPRP003

Reflect on and improve on professional practice

CHCMHS001

Work with people with mental health issues

Entry Requirements:

The minimum entry requirements for this course are as follows:

Be 16 years of age or over and not currently in school
Be an Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident or have a permanent humanitarian visa or certain temporary visas with study rights
Reside in South Australia for the duration of your course
Complete an online assessment to test your Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills OR Reading, Numeracy and Writing (RNW) skills against the standard levels of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF). Assessments are state based and may require campus attendance for completion.

Course Requirements:

All applicants must be able to provide an unencumbered National Police Clearance to meet practical work placement requirements.

Applicants completing a disability placement as part of their course requirements will also be required to provide a valid NDIS Worker Screening Check.

Upcoming Intakes

Location	Commencement	Attendance Days	Status
Adelaide Campus	7th of April 2026	Tuesday to Friday (4 days) – 3pm to 8pm	Intake Open
Adelaide Campus	20th of April 2026	Tuesday to Friday (4 days) – 3pm to 8pm	Intake Open
Adelaide Campus	2nd of July 2026	Tuesday to Friday (4 days) – 3pm to 8pm	Intake Open
Adelaide Campus	14th of July 2026	Tuesday to Friday (4 days) – 3pm to 8pm	Intake Open
Adelaide Campus	25th of August 2026	Tuesday to Friday (4 days) – 3pm to 8pm	Intake Open
Adelaide Campus	6th of October 2026	Tuesday to Friday (4 days) – 3pm to 8pm	Intake Open
Adelaide Campus	17th of November 2026	Tuesday to Friday (4 days) – 3pm to 8pm	Intake Open

South Australia

Next intake is planned for October! Enrolments are now opened – dates to be confirmed – online learning with a one-week intensive face-to-face workshop

Western Australia

Expressions of interest are now open for October! Spots are limited – dates to be confirmed – two days per week of campus-based study.

Subsidised SA

$110.00 AUD

Concession SA

$60.00 AUD

Full Course Fee

$335.00 AUD

Refer to Funding Information for state based subsidy eligibility and criteria

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Download our course guide today to find detailed information on our program, career
pathways and how we can support your journey towards a successful career in healthcare!

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply?

Follow these steps to complete your enrolment at School of Health:

Submit an Enquiry: Once you make an enquiry, you’ll receive an email with course information and a link to the enrolment form.

Complete the Enrolment Form: Fill out the form and upload/email the required entry documents.

Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) Assessment: You’ll be invited to complete either a Language, Literacy, and Numeracy (LLN) assessment or a Reading, Numeracy, and Writing (RNW) assessment. These may be required to complete on campus and may affect your eligibility for state-based funding.

Letter of Offer: Upon successful completion of your application and CSPA, you will receive a Letter of Offer (LOO), with your agreement, course information, important documents, and any related fee and funding information.

Confirm Your Enrolment: To accept, either return the signed agreement and any additional documents listed in your LOO, or click to accept on the digital acceptance button and submit.

Final Confirmation: Once everything is complete, you’ll receive your Confirmation of Course Commencement email, inclusive of start dates.

Do I have to organise my own practical work placements or is this something the school organises for me?

The School organises all placements through their partnered host facilities. Students do not organise their own placements.  

Request and special considerations can be made to the placements team to be factored in for your placement locations and rostered times.  

What further opportunities are available to me on completion of my course?

Once you have successfully completed your SSDIS01002 Preparing to Work in Community Services or Health skill set, you may like to continue your studies by gaining a full CHC33021 Certificate III in Individual Support course where these 6 completed units will be recognised for credit. Speak to one of our friendly staff to find out more!

We also highly recommend our other courses on offer:

CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services
HLT54121 Diploma of Nursing
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
HLTWHS005 Conduct manual tasks safely.

What are the student support options available to me?

Reasonable Adjustment

The School of Health offers support for students who declare a learn-ing, physical or mental disability (whether permanent or temporary) at any stage during the enrolment process or throughout the course which may impact on your ability to undertake study and/or assessment.

Student Support Options

The School of Health offers a range of student support options to support students through their study. With a dedicated team of educators, a student support officer and partnerships with external support providers all working towards helping our students achieve.

Academic Support Options

The School of Health also offers a range of academic support options to support students through their study. In addition to our dedicated team of educators and Student Support Officer, the School also has an Academic Support Team available to assist you with your study. Support is available through one-on-one support meetings, a variety of drop-in sessions for students to practice clinical skills or receive assistance with aspects such as referencing and medication calculations along with partnerships with external support providers all working towards helping our students achieve.

Drop-in sessions

Regular on campus drop-in sessions are available to assist students with referencing, medication calculations and clinical skills.

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Preparing to Work in Community Services or Health

Aged Care, Disability or Aging & Disability (Dual Qualification)

Have you always wanted to step into a rewarding career of enriching lives and giving back? This is where to start!

Apply now:

Why study this course?​

Placement Guaranteed!

Take the First Step:

Course Code:

Course Name:

Course Duration:

Placement Duration:

Delivery Method:

Assessments:

Awarded by:

Core Units

HLTWHS002

CHCCOM005

CHCDIV001

CHCLEG001

HLTINF006

Elective Units

HLTWHS006

CHCCDE003

CHCAOD001

CHCCCS023

CHCCOM001

CHCPRP003

CHCMHS001

Upcoming Intakes

Subsidised SA

Concession SA

Full Course Fee

Unlock your future in healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply?

Do I have to organise my own practical work placements or is this something the school organises for me?

What are the student support options available to me?

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