OVERVIEW

The Diploma in Human Services is a professional human services course that ensures you are challenged by comprehensive up to date knowledge and experience discipline-specific, practical and applied training. In this course you will develop critical thinking skills, knowledge of theoretical frameworks and practical skills that will provide a basis for employment opportunities in the community services sector.

You will practice applying your knowledge through case studies, group work, essays, the completion of practical exercises, professional placements and research activities.

It is an eight unit course that transforms students into ‘work-ready’ graduates over a two trimester, fulltime load.

PATHWAYS TO FURTHER STUDY

The Diploma in Human Services is a pathway into the following courses: Associate Degree in Human Services; Bachelor of Human Services.

You can contact an Admissions Advisor to provide further guidance on admission pathways.

Outcomes:

The Diploma in Human Services provides you with entry level knowledge of core theories, principles, and practice for application in a range of paraprofessional contexts in the human services and allied health fields.

Possible career pathways

The human services sector is a vital part of any vibrant community and offers a wide variety of opportunity and career pathways both in Australia and internationally. People seeking a career in the human services sector seek to create positive change through better access to health and wellbeing services. They have a curiosity to learn and to adapt to our changing world. Most importantly, they demonstrate a commitment to serve others.

Duration: By standard study mode (2 trimesters per academic year) = 1 years full time equivalent

The full time indicative 2022 annual course fee for international students is: AUD $22,464 for full time standard study mode (for 2 trimesters of 4 units); AUD $33,696 for full time accelerated study mode (for 3 trimesters of 4 units).