Qualification Outline
22/07/2026 5:24 AM AWST
Whilst all efforts are made to provide accurate and timely information from the relevant source/documentation, please be aware that the information supplied may not be the most current version. The accuracy of the detail has not been confirmed by the Department and therefore should not be relied upon without first confirming the contents.
Certificate III in Active Volunteering
Certificate III in Active Volunteering
CHC34015
AWJ0
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6.00 | 05/09/2025 | Current | Approved |
| 5.00 | 01/07/2023 | Replaced | Approved |
| 4.00 | 01/03/2023 | Replaced | 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 people working in a volunteer capacity across a range of industries and organisations in a variety of contexts.
At this level, work takes place under the direction of others and supervision may be direct or indirect. Volunteers may also be required to lead volunteer teams and have limited responsibility for the output of others within a project or event.
Organisations may require volunteers to undergo relevant background checks.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 20 hours of volunteer work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
There are 20 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units= ten (10)- six (6) core units
- four (4) elective units, consisting of:
- up to four (4) units from the electives listed below, any endorsed Training Packages 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 six (6) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVB23 | CHCVOL001 | Be an effective volunteer | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ68 | BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG738 | HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | 30 | 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 |
2. Elective Units
Up to four (4) units may be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J008 | CHC30612 | Certificate III in Active Volunteering | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
N/A
Traineeships and Apprenticeships