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Cert III in Community Services

A new concept of evidence-based Vocational Education.

Caring is our passion.

The Australian College of Disability and Community Services is owned and operated by the Centre for Disability Studies.

We bring to the sector a new concept of  evidence-based Vocational Education – with all courses taught embracing universal design, cultural safety and person-centredness.

For us, it's the students that matter!

CDS has for over 24 years provided training to care industries both locally and internationally.

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About us

The Australian College of Disability and Community Services (ACDCS) offers exceptional, person-centred training to staff of the disability and community sectors.

ACDCS is owned and operated by The Centre for Disability Studies (CDS), a non-profit research affiliate with the School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and Health, at the University of Sydney.

Since its inception in 1997, CDS has focused on working with people with intellectual disability to improve the lives and outcomes of people with intellectual disability and their families.

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TEAM MEMBERS
24
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

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Professional Team

We're a team of experienced educators dedicated to improving the quality of training and service delivery for people with a disability.

Industry Focused

We provide professional development and career opportunities for organisations and individual students alike.

Flexible learning

Our training is always up-to-date with current changes and demands in the industry, with some online training available. 

develop new skills

Learn about how you can provide person-centred support and service for your clients and patients. Our professional team will guide you through your learning journey to improve your skills and knowledge in line with global industry best practices.

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Our Partners

Our Community and Corporate Partners in the professions that care

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CDS - Centre for Disability Studies

ACDCS is owned and operated by the Centre for Disability Studies (CDS). CDS is affiliated with the University of Sydney for research. www.cds.org.au

SSI - Social Service Institute

CDS has for a number of years been delivering Disability and Community Services training into Singapore. ACDCS is looking forward to continuing this tradition of providing training into Singapore in person-centred care, support and service for people with a disability. www.ssi.gov.sg

location

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This years conference is going to be held online due to global circumstances. Join us on Zoom!

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CHC32015 - Certificate III in Community Services

Course Fee: Contact ACDCS
Course Duration: 12 months
Course Delivery: Online, Blended Learning (Face to face with trainer once a week)

This qualification reflects the role of entry level community services workers who support individuals through the provision of person-centred services. Work may include day-to-day support of individuals in community settings or support the implementation of specific community-based programs.

CHC42021 - Certificate IV in Community Services

Course Fee: Contact ACDCS
Course Duration: 12 months
Course Delivery: Online, Blended Learning (Face to face with trainer once a week)

This qualification reflects the role of community service workers who design and deliver person-centered services to individuals and/or groups. Workers may provide support, advocacy or interventions to individual clients, groups or communities across a range of services.

CHC43315 - Certificate IV in Mental Health

Course Fee: Contact ACDCS
Course Duration: 12 months
Course Delivery: Online, Blended Learning (Face to face with trainer once a week)

This qualification reflects the role of workers who provide self-directed recovery-oriented support for people affected by mental illness and psychiatric disability. Work involves implementing community-based programs and activities focusing on mental health, mental illness and psychiatric disability

11123NAT – Certificate IV in Doula Support Services

Course Fee: Contact ACDCS
Course Duration: 12-18 months
Course Delivery: Blended Learning (online and face-to-face)

The Certificate IV in Doula Support Services is a qualification offered by our specialist partner training firm, Australian Doula College. By the completion of this course, participants will have developed the skills and knowledge to offer non-medical, physical and emotional support, unbiased information without judgement along with a variety of local resources to prospective parents while trying to conceive, during pregnancy, in childbirth and in the post-natal period.

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“An intense amount of thinking, learning, and networking at #DMC2020.”
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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I apply?

Select the course you want to enrol in and enrol directly through this website. One of our trainers will then contact you to walk you through the pre-training review process and assist with any questions you have.

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How many days of the week are the classes conducted?

During the current COVID19 pandemic, all courses are being delivered online enabling students to engage with the courses according to their own schedules. A one hour session will be held each week using Google Meet. All students are strongly advised to plan to attend these face-to-face sessions, however they will be recorded and you will be able to access them online. If assessment tasks are being undertaken during the face-to-face sessions and you are unable to attend, it will be your responsibility to arrange an alternative time with your trainer.

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Will I be able to get refunds?

Please refer to the ACDCS Refund policy for information on refunds. If this does not provide you with the information you need please contact us: getstarted@acdcs.edu.au

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