Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Community Services (Alcohol and Other Drugs Work)
Certificate III in Community Services (Alcohol and Other Drugs Work)
CHC30299
C017
Deleted
Archived
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 15/01/1999 | Current | Archived |
Description
Schedule
1. CORE
Unit C0132 (CHCCS1A), is a requirement for this qualification. The competencies for this unit are covered in C0194 (CHCAOD5A). The total hours for this course include the 180 hours that make up Certificate II.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0128 | CHCCOM2A | Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues | 45 | Unit of competency |
| C0132 | CHCCS1A | Deliver and monitor service to clients | 55 | Unit of competency |
| C0157 | CHCORG4A | Follow the organisation's occupational health and safety policies | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C0191 | CHCAOD2A | Orientation to the alcohol and other drugs sector | 65 | Unit of competency |
| C0151 | CHCNET1A | Participate in networks | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0175 | CHCP&R1A | Participate in policy development | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C0156 | CHCORG3A | Participate in the work environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| C0145 | CHCINF1A | Process and provide information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| C0103 | CHCADMIN2A | Provide administrative support | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. ELECTIVES
To meet the requirements of the Training Package qualification, competence must be demonstrated in all Core Requirements and in at least 4 of the elective or optional units of competence listed in Groups 2 or 3.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0192 | CHCAOD3A | Provide first point of contact for potential clients | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C0143 | CHCGROUP2A | Support group activities | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. ELECTIVES
GROUP 3
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C0100 | CHCAD1A | Advocate for clients | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C0137 | CHCCS6A | Assess and deliver services to clients with complex needs | 55 | Unit of competency |
| C0242 | CHCMH1A | Orientation to work in the mental health sector | 45 | Unit of competency |
| C0196 | CHCAOD7A | Provide needle exchange services | 10 | Unit of competency |
| C0194 | CHCAOD5A | Provide services to clients with alcohol and/or other drugs issues | 35 | Unit of competency |
| C0112 | CHCCD7A | Support community resources | 25 | Unit of competency |
| C0101 | CHCAD2A | Support the interests, rights and needs of clients within duty of care requirements | 55 | Unit of competency |
| C0122 | CHCCM1A | Undertake case management | 30 | Unit of competency |
| C0117 | CHCCD12A | Undertake work in the community services industry | 55 | Unit of competency |
| C0195 | CHCAOD6A | Work with clients who are intoxicated | 35 | Unit of competency |
| C0118 | CHCCD13A | Work within specific communities | 45 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7011 | 11319WA | Certificate III in Drug Use Issues and Communication Skills | Accredited course |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S278 | CHC30802 | Certificate III in Community Services Work | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
This training program is a representation of the qualification CHC30299 taken
from the Community Services
Training Package CHC99, which should be consulted for full descriptions of
requirements.
CHC99 is accredited until 12/01/2001.
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Australian National Training
Authority.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training
Package available from Australian
Training Products Ltd., Tel: (03) 9630 9836.
3. This qualification was entered on to the CMS by the Central Metropolitan
College of TAFE.