Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Employment Services
Certificate III in Employment Services
CHC30908
D276
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/03/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers workers who provide a range of services to client and employers aimed at locating, securing and maintaining suitable employment for clients.
Occupational titles may include:
Associate employment consultant
Employment services receptionist
Employment consultant in training
Employment services administrative support
Customer service officer
Administrative officer
Schedule
Packaging Rules
12 units are required for award of this qualification including:- 8 core units
- 4 elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives which are recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Group B electives of which one unit only may be selected
- Group C electives of which one unit only may be selected
- Other relevant electives listed in the qualification 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 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 NTIS or other public listing
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8381 | HLTOHS300B | Contribute to OHS processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2324 | CHCCS311C | Deliver and monitor services to clients | 55 | Unit of competency |
| D2477 | CHCES312A | Deliver contracted employment services | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D8589 | CHCORG303B | Participate effectively in the work environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D2473 | CHCES303B | Use labour market information | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D2313 | CHCCOM403A | Use targeted communication skills to build relationships | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D8570 | CHCES311B | Work effectively in employment services | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D8556 | CHCCS400B | Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit to be completed
The following outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
One (1) unit to be completed
The following table outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2578 | CHCINF302C | Maintain the organisation's information systems | 20 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
One (1) unit to be completed
The following table outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8561 | CHCDIS301B | Work effectively with people with a disability | 85 | Unit of competency |
5. Other Elective Units
One (1) unit to be completed
The following table outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D0949 | BSBPRO401A | Develop product knowledge | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S279 | CHC30502 | Certificate III in Employment Services | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J011 | CHC30912 | Certificate III in Employment Services | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This is only a model training program created in STARS on 11/9/2009 by VET Teaching & Learning, Dept of Education & Training.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
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