CHC53415

Diploma of Leisure and Health

Establish a rewarding career in leisure and health with this advanced course. Get the qualifications required to work in diversional therapy settings, as well as implement health and leisure programs across a range of community services settings.

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TIME Anytime NEXT START DATE 18 Jul 2022

STUDY LOCATIONS Gold Coast

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Full Fee

$9,440 - $10,870

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Course overview

Establish a rewarding career in leisure and health with this advanced qualification. Learn how to enhance the psychological, spiritual, social, emotional, and physical wellbeing of individuals as a diversional therapy coordinator, therapeutic recreation supervisor or a recreational activities coordinator, and many more.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, diversional and recreational therapists are expected to experience stable future growth with around 2,000 job openings expected over the next five years. Employers are looking for qualified candidates who are caring, compassionate, and can communicate clearly with a diverse range of people.

In this in-depth course you'll learn how to work with a diverse range of people, provide leisure education, plan and implement leisure and health programs. You'll also discover how to apply concepts of human psychology to facilitate involvement in leisure programs and coordinate and evaluate other workers and work teams. Our industry-experienced teachers will provide the one-on-one guidance and support you need to succeed.

Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work in the leisure and health industry as a diversional therapy coordinator, therapeutic recreation supervisor or recreational activities coordinator working in a variety of areas such as residential facilities, community agencies, or day respite centres.

What can I do?

Recreational Activities Officer
Diversional Therapy Coordinator
Community Leisure Officer
Community Leisure Coordinator
Recreational Activities Coordinator
Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor

Course outcome:

CHC53415 Diploma of Leisure and Health

Expert teaching staff

Our teaching staff are at the top of their game and are actively involved in the community services industry. This means you're being taught by people who know what employers are looking for and where the sector is headed.

Student support services

We have numerous support services if you need an extra hand. The Learning Skills Centre, located in most campus libraries, is a drop-in service staffed by experienced teachers who can help with basic and complex skills. Studiosity is our online after-hours tutoring service focusing on writing, research and referencing, as well as subject-specific questions.

What you will study.

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 240 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
BSBMGT502

Manage people performance

UNIT CODE :
BSBMGT502

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to manage the performance of staff who report to them directly. Development of key result areas and key performance indicators and standards, coupled with regular and timely coaching and feedback, provide the basis for performance management.
UNIT NAME
Manage people performance

UNIT CODE
CHCCOM003

Develop workplace communication strategies

UNIT CODE :
CHCCOM003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop communication protocols for a team or business unit.
UNIT NAME
Develop workplace communication strategies

UNIT CODE
CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIV001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
UNIT NAME
Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE
CHCLAH001

Work effectively in the leisure and health industries

UNIT CODE :
CHCLAH001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work in a context within which leisure and health work occurs and to effectively support its role in enhancing well being.
UNIT NAME
Work effectively in the leisure and health industries

UNIT CODE
CHCLAH002

Contribute to leisure and health programming

UNIT CODE :
CHCLAH002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to contribute to the creation, planning, coordination, delivery and evaluation of appropriate leisure and health activities for individuals and groups.
UNIT NAME
Contribute to leisure and health programming

UNIT CODE
CHCLAH003

Participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs

UNIT CODE :
CHCLAH003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to participate in planning, implementation and evaluation of programs providing activities for individuals.
UNIT NAME
Participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs

UNIT CODE
CHCLAH004

Participate in planning leisure and health programs for clients with complex needs

UNIT CODE :
CHCLAH004

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand and work with individuals and groups with complex needs when participating in planning for leisure and health service provision.
UNIT NAME
Participate in planning leisure and health programs for clients with complex needs

UNIT CODE
CHCLAH005

Incorporate lifespan development and sociological concepts into leisure and health programming

UNIT CODE :
CHCLAH005

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to understand how human behaviour across the lifespan development stages, and sociological concepts of health and leisure impact on leisure and health programming and client participation.
UNIT NAME
Incorporate lifespan development and sociological concepts into leisure and health programming

UNIT CODE
CHCLAH006

Coordinate planning, implementation and monitoring of leisure and health programs

UNIT CODE :
CHCLAH006

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to undertake advanced planning, coordination implementation and evaluation of programs for the provision of activities for individuals and groups.
UNIT NAME
Coordinate planning, implementation and monitoring of leisure and health programs

UNIT CODE
CHCLAH008

Provide leisure education

UNIT CODE :
CHCLAH008

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist clients to develop appreciations, interests, skills and opportunities to use leisure in personally rewarding ways.
UNIT NAME
Provide leisure education

UNIT CODE
CHCLAH009

Apply concepts of human psychology to facilitate involvement in leisure programs

UNIT CODE :
CHCLAH009

Unit description :

This unit describes skills and knowledge required to understand and apply concepts of human psychology in the development of leisure programs to facilitate satisfying involvement of clients in leisure activities.
UNIT NAME
Apply concepts of human psychology to facilitate involvement in leisure programs

UNIT CODE
CHCPOL003

Research and apply evidence to practice

UNIT CODE :
CHCPOL003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish the information need, gather information and critically analyse the information for relevance to own work.
UNIT NAME
Research and apply evidence to practice

UNIT CODE
CHCPRP003

Reflect on and improve own professional practice

UNIT CODE :
CHCPRP003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to evaluate and enhance own practice through a process of reflection and ongoing professional development.
UNIT NAME
Reflect on and improve own professional practice

UNIT CODE
HLTAAP002

Confirm physical health status

UNIT CODE :
HLTAAP002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to obtain and interpret information about client health status and to check a client's physical health. It requires a detailed knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
UNIT NAME
Confirm physical health status

UNIT CODE
HLTWHS003

Maintain work health and safety

UNIT CODE :
HLTWHS003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement and monitor work health and safety (WHS) policies, procedures and work practices as part of a small work team.
UNIT NAME
Maintain work health and safety

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

Gold Coast

Gold Coast

UNIT CODE
CHCAGE005

Provide support to people living with dementia

UNIT CODE :
CHCAGE005

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide person-centred care and support to people living with dementia. It involves following and contributing to an established individual plan.
UNIT NAME
Provide support to people living with dementia

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS023

Support independence and wellbeing

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS023

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide individualised services in ways that support independence, as well as, physical and emotional wellbeing.
UNIT NAME
Support independence and wellbeing

UNIT CODE
CHCCDE002

Develop and implement community programs

UNIT CODE :
CHCCDE002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to develop community programs to ensure maximum participation.
UNIT NAME
Develop and implement community programs

UNIT CODE
CHCCOM002

Use communication to build relationships

UNIT CODE :
CHCCOM002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to apply specific communication techniques to establish, build and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders based on respect and trust.
UNIT NAME
Use communication to build relationships

UNIT CODE
CHCDIS002

Follow established person-centred behaviour supports

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIS002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to implement behaviour support strategies outlined in an individualised behaviour support plan for a person with disability.
UNIT NAME
Follow established person-centred behaviour supports

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS001

Work with people with mental health issues

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish relationships, clarify needs, and then work collaboratively with people who are living with mental health issues.
UNIT NAME
Work with people with mental health issues

UNIT CODE
SISCCRO001

Plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons

UNIT CODE :
SISCCRO001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan, safely conduct, and evaluate recreation programs for older persons, including frail and moderately active participants.
UNIT NAME
Plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons

Online

Online

UNIT CODE
CHCSET001

Work with forced migrants

UNIT CODE :
CHCSET001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work with, and for, refugees within an ethical, social, political and economic context.
UNIT NAME
Work with forced migrants

UNIT CODE
CHCADV002

Provide advocacy and representation services

UNIT CODE :
CHCADV002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to formally represent the interests of service users. Representation will include the development of community representative and industry participative roles and positions in influencing policy processes and decision-making forums.
UNIT NAME
Provide advocacy and representation services

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS004

Assess co-existing needs

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS004

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assess the diverse and multi-faceted needs of people and determine both internal and external services required to meet those needs.
UNIT NAME
Assess co-existing needs

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS001

Work with people with mental health issues

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish relationships, clarify needs, and then work collaboratively with people who are living with mental health issues.
UNIT NAME
Work with people with mental health issues

UNIT CODE
CHCDIS007

Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIS007

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to facilitate the empowerment of people with disability to deliver rights based services using a person-centred approach. It should be carried out in conjunction with individualised plans.
UNIT NAME
Facilitate the empowerment of people with disability

UNIT CODE
SISCCRO001

Plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons

UNIT CODE :
SISCCRO001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to plan, safely conduct, and evaluate recreation programs for older persons, including frail and moderately active participants.
UNIT NAME
Plan and conduct recreation programs for older persons

UNIT CODE
CHCDEV001

Confirm client developmental status

UNIT CODE :
CHCDEV001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to review the developmental status of a client. Note that the client may be a child or a young person.
UNIT NAME
Confirm client developmental status

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

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Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

Enjoy the freedom and flexibility of choosing when and where you study. Direct your own learning with all your study materials online, allowing you to manage your own workload and fit your studies around your lifestyle. Access your learning space 24 hours a day, seven days a week and be supported by high-quality educators who are devoted to your outcomes. Learn more

For most online courses study is structured into fixed intakes that have set durations of 12 weeks from the study commencement date. You will be able to access your learning materials from the first day of the study period. You must be enrolled to be able to access your learning materials. To ensure you can manage your study load, we recommend limiting your workload to no more than 2 units of competency per intake or the units required to complete a cluster/stage.

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How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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VET Student Loan - $16,221 cap

This is an interest-free personal loan from the Australian Government that provides eligible students access to capped funding to help pay for their studies.

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Important Information

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

It is highly recommended that you:

have successfully completed Year 12 (or equivalent) or be of mature age; and
have sound literacy, numeracy and computer skills.

Resources Required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. For placement this includes having access to and wearing appropriate attire including black or navy pants and fully enclosed shoes. You may also be required to purchase TAFE Queensland branded uniform items (including a polo shirt). More details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation.

Placement

You may be required to have full COVID-19 vaccination to undertake vocational placement in a range of Community Services organisations. Potential students are advised to seek current information as policies may be updated.

If you are not currently employed or volunteering in industry, during your course you will be required to complete vocational placement so you can start practising your new skills in a real-world environment. You’ll be required to work shifts determined by your placement provider, and these can include early mornings or late nights, any day of the week, including public holidays. TAFE Queensland may be able to assist in arranging suitable placements.

Completing placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are required to complete 240 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.

Prior to placement you will need to complete a Criminal History Check (yellow card) and apply for a Blue Card (working with children check).

If your police check identifies that you have a criminal history, you may be disqualified from being eligible to undertake placement and assessment, which would affect your course outcomes. If you think this might impact you, please speak to the relevant Vocational Placement Coordinator for further information.

Please note: TAFE Queensland wishes to warn you, as a Blue Card applicant, that it is an offence for a disqualified person to sign a Blue Card application. For further information regarding 'disqualified' persons, please contact Blue Card Services.

You will be responsible for any costs associated with meeting these placement requirements.

Need to know

For all students who are undertaking courses that include Vocational Placements in a high risk workplace, Queensland Health has directed that students must declare your COVID-19 Vaccination status and evidence to either TAFE Queensland or the placement provider.

This may require you providing us or the placement provider information on:

Your vaccinate status
Last date of vaccination
Evidence of vaccine status

Where this information will be collected as part of your application and / or enrolment process. Any data collected will be managed under the TAFE Queensland Privacy Policy.

This requirement is in place for all students in affected courses, including TAFE at School students.

Those students who have a medical contraindication may be unable to complete the vocational placement component of their course. This means you may not be able to meet all of the requirements of your course and may not be able to graduate or receive your qualification.

If you have any questions or concerns with this requirement, please contact our COVID hotline on 07 3307 4789.

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When studying online it is strongly recommended students follow the order of study and enrol into the units required to complete each stage, unless otherwise advised.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University Pathways.

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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You can apply to study this course through the Queensland Tertiary Admission Centre (QTAC). You will need to submit your application on the QTAC website. It will be assessed, and if you are successful you will receive an offer directly through QTAC. You will need to accept your offer from QTAC before enrolling with TAFE Queensland.

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Diploma of Leisure and Health

Course overview

What can I do?

Course outcome:

Expert teaching staff

Student support services

Core units

Elective Units

Download Brochure

Ask a question

Diploma of Leisure and Health

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

VET Student Loan - $16,221 cap

Important Information

Read this before applying.

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources Required

Placement

Need to know

Assessment Methods

Pathways

University Pathways.

How to Apply

Direct application

Apply through QTAC

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers