Partners in Training Australia
12 months
Develop leadership and management expertise for the community sector. This advanced diploma equips aspiring and current managers with skills in team leadership, compliance, risk management, and organisational change to drive positive outcomes in community and not-for-profit organisations.
You must be 21 years of age or older and aspire to become a middle or senior manager in community sector organisations. Entry requirements include either: completing or working towards a Diploma level qualification with at least 2 years of community services experience (resume required), a Diploma with employer support letter, at least 3 years of community services experience (resume required), or employer support letter from a community services organisation. You must demonstrate appropriate language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills through a Pre-Training Review at enrolment.
Core units cover financial management (BSBFIM601), leading organisational change (BSBINN601), managing innovation and continuous improvement (BSBMGT608), risk management (BSBRSK501), managing diversity (CHCDIV003), legal and ethical compliance (CHCLEG003), quality frameworks (CHCMGT001), and leading work teams (CHCMGT003). Elective units include systems advocacy services, service program development, community development outcomes, workplace debriefing and support, and professional practice reflection. Students complete 15 units total: 8 core and 5 electives.
Partners in Training Australia specialises in delivering high-quality training for the Health and Community Services sector across Regional Victoria and Metropolitan locations. With flexible online and blended delivery options, government-subsidised fees, strong industry connections, and experienced trainers actively engaged in the sector, PTA ensures training is practical, relevant, and job-ready. The provider works closely with local employers to provide work placement opportunities and pathways to employment for graduates.
Completion of this qualification can lead to employment in the community service industry in roles such as Disability Team Leader, Community Care Manager, Project Manager (Community Services), Local Area Coordinator, Community Services Manager, and Program Coordinator. The Health Care and Social Assistance sector is Australia's largest and fastest-growing industry. Jobs and Skills Australia projects Health and Welfare Services Managers to grow by 27.1% to May 2035. This qualification also provides pathways to relevant university degrees such as Bachelor of Community Services, Bachelor of Social Science (Welfare), or Bachelor of Social Sciences.
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