At a glance
Kick start your career in community services. This entry-level course will qualify you to work in social housing with people from diverse backgrounds.
COURSE OUTCOME
CHC42215 Certificate IV in Social Housing
Course overview
Get a head start on your career in the community services, housing sector with this entry-level qualification. This course is perfect for people looking to specialise in tenancy services and emergency housing within the broader community services industry.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working in community and welfare support is expected to grow strongly in the coming years. This large occupation has strong job prospects with around 30,000 job openings anticipated over the next five years.
This course will give you specialised knowledge in tenancy agreements and services, and give you the skills needed to recognise and respond to crisis situations, and educate clients on financial literacy. Our highly-experienced team of industry professionals are the best in the business and will offer personal guidance to help you get the most out of your studies.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to work as a social housing officer within the community services sector.
Our strong partnerships mean you will learn the skills you need, while also getting to know potential future employers.
We know that life is busy, that's why our courses are designed to be flexible. Our mixed-mode delivery means you can complete components of your study online at a time that suits you.
Units
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 100 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| CHCCCS004 |
Assess co-existing needs | |
| CHCCOM002 |
Use communication to build relationships | |
| CHCDIV001 |
Work with diverse people | |
| CHCLEG001 |
Work legally and ethically | |
| CHCSOH001 |
Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness | |
| CHCSOH002 |
Manage and maintain tenancy agreements and services | |
| CHCSOH010 |
Work with clients within the social housing system | |
| HLTWHS003 |
Maintain work health and safety | |
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| CHCAOD001 |
Work in an alcohol and other drugs context | |
| CHCDFV001 |
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence | |
| CHCDIV002 |
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety | |
| CHCMHS001 |
Work with people with mental health issues | |
| CHCPRP001 |
Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships | |
| CPPDSM3014A |
Undertake property inspection | |
| HLTWHS006 |
Manage personal stressors in the work environment | |
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
Ways to study
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
What you need to know about studying online
Intake
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. You will be expected to undertake additional self-directed study in order to complete the course requirements.
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.
Learn more about university pathways
Payment options
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.
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.
Payment plan
If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Important Information
Entry requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course.
Selection criteria
To gain entry into this qualification you must be a volunteer or working in relevant community housing, affordable housing, public housing, specialist homelessness service, real estate industry or related social housing service roll or currently completing a traineeship.
All workers undertaking work in health need foundation knowledge to inform their work with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander clients and co-workers and with clients and co-workers from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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.
Need to know
Replacement Qualification
This qualification has been replaced by CHC42221 - Certificate IV in Housing as of 14 May 2021. Please note: a transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period for this course finishes on 3 May 2022. If required, enrolment will be transitioned into the replacement qualification.
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.
Disclaimer
All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.
How to apply
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers
Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.
Get started with TAFE Queensland
If you have read and understood the student rules, refund policy, understand your fees and payment options, have a Unique Student Identifier (USI) and checked you meet the entry requirements and selection criteria for this course, you're ready to get started.
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.
Learn more about university pathways 