Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care
Certificate IV in Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care
CHC42315
AWM8
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 23/12/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 3.00 | 08/04/2022 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 08/12/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 06/08/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of chaplains and/or pastoral and spiritual care workers who provide ongoing ethical, moral and spiritual support to clients using a person-centred approach.
Workers operate within the guidelines and practices of their organisation and within the professional and ethical standards of their relevant association. The development of self-awareness and identity underpin effective work in pastoral and spiritual care and are developed over time, through professionally supervised practice and mentoring.
Work may take place in a range of contexts, including schools, community outreach and local churches in a paid or volunteer capacity. Work in these roles may also require commissioning from a recognised religious institution.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 100 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
There are 100 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
National school chaplaincy regulations or legislation may apply to this qualification.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = thirteen (13)- nine (9) core units
- four (4) elective units, consisting of:
- at least two (2) units from the electives listed below
- up to two (2) units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Package or accredited course - these units must be relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVB54 | CHCPAS001 | Plan for the provision of pastoral and spiritual care | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVC60 | CHCCCS017 | Provide loss and grief support | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVB53 | CHCPAS002 | Provide pastoral and spiritual care | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AVB48 | CHCPRP003 | Reflect on and improve own professional practice | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVC61 | CHCCCS016 | Respond to client needs | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AVC31 | CHCCOM002 | Use communication to build relationships | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AVB82 | CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVC09 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AVB69 | CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Elective Units
At least two (2) units must be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J018 | CHC41112 | Certificate IV in Pastoral Care | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
N/A
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