Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Active Volunteering
Certificate III in Active Volunteering
CHC30612
J008
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers people working in a volunteer capacity and delivers competency outcomes which include:
Relevant theoretical knowledge related to working with clients and co-workers from culturally diverse backgrounds and to work within a legal and ethical framework
Ability to apply a range of well developed skills when communicating with clients and co-workers, engaging in safe work practices, and working effectively as part of a work group in the organisation/program
Ability to apply known solutions to a variety of predicable problems when working with clients and co-workers, engaging in safe work practices
Ability to perform processes that require a range of well developed skills where some discretion and judgement is required when working with clients and co-workers
Ability to interpret available information using discretion and judgement when working with clients, delivering a service and also when working as part of the work group within the organisation/program
Ability to take responsibility for their own learning and work outputs when working as part of a work group within the organisation
Ability to take limited responsibility for the output of others within the work group.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Ten (10) units are required for award of this qualification including:- six (6) core units
- four (4) elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A elective which is recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Other relevant electives listed in the qualfication outline
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
- Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to two (2) units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on the TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units
All six (6) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD009 | CHCVOL201B | Be an effective volunteer | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WC834 | CHCCOM302D | Communicate appropriately with clients and colleagues | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WC953 | CHCORG303C | Participate effectively in the work environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WD311 | HLTWHS200A | Participate in WHS processes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WC843 | CHCCS400C | Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
The following unit is recommended, but not mandatory to be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8283 | HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Other Relevant Units
Up to four (4) units may be completed from the elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D273 | CHC30608 | Certificate III in Active Volunteering | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWJ0 | CHC34015 | Certificate III in Active Volunteering | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships