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Induction (into Disability, Health and Community Services)
Imagine knowing that your work makes a positive contribution to the community. Learn new skills that will benefit people from every corner of society.
This nationally recognised skill set has been designed for individuals seeking entry-level roles in the health and community services sector.
To be awarded CHCSS00088 Induction skill set, a student must successfully complete a total of four (4) units of competency, consisting of:
Units of competency
| CHCCOM005 | Communicate and work in health or community services |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| HLTWHS002 | Follow safe work practices for direct client care |
| HLTWHS006 | Manage personal stressors in the work environment |
Learners will be issued with a statement of attainment for all successfully completed units.
Work placement
We are well connected with industry and will organise work placement for you that will satisfy the
learning outcomes of your qualification. If the placement option we source is not suitable, you are
welcome to source your own placement opportunity and we will assess if the learning outcomes will
be met. Placement is unpaid.
If you are employed and wish to complete your placement hours with your current employer, your
workplace will need to be assessed to ensure the learning outcomes will be met.
When you study with genU Training, we want you to succeed. Entry requirements allow us to make sure that you have the right pre-existing knowledge and skills to achieve your chosen course. You will need to provide evidence that you meet the requirements listed in this section.
Entry requirements
- There are no entry requirements for non-trainees. You can apply for this course now.
Study requirements
During your study, you will need to meet specific requirements that are necessary for you to complete your course work and be successful:
- Students will need to demonstrate that they have the appropriate language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills
- Effective communication, documentation and research skills
- Access to digital technologies (e.g. laptop, desktop, tablet-computer and/or smartphone) with basic digital literacy skills.
Students undertaking a blended and/or online virtual training will require the additional digital skills and technologies:
Digital literacy skills – Intermediate computer skills such as internet browsing, email, word processing, and presentation software
Workstation setup
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- Stable internet connection with suitable data plan
- A laptop, desktop or a full size tablet / tablet-computer
- Web camera / microphone
- Smartphone with charger
- Earphones / headphones / speakers
- Printer (optional)
- Have a quiet / non-interruptive space to complete their studies
- Desk/table, comfortable chair, no tripping hazards and room to move around for assessment
- Access to water/tea/coffee
Browser software – Access to one of the following internet browsers, available to download from:
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- Google Chrome browser – https://www.google.com.au/chrome
- Microsoft Edge browser – https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge
- Safari browser – https://www.apple.com/au/safari
Video conferencing software (Zoom) – Access to video conferencing software (Zoom), available to download from:
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- Apple App Store for you iPhone/iPad/MacBook – https://apps.apple.com
- Google Play for Android phone/tablet – https://play.google.com
- Laptop or desktop computer – https://zoom.us/download
Please note: You will need access to turn your Web camera and microphone on, as required when using video conference
What will you learn?
This skill set reflects the skill requirements for people entering the health and community services sector. It provides a set of skills to support the induction of new workers into a variety of roles which may involve working directly or indirectly with clients.
Where could your skills take you?
- Entry level roles in the health and community sector
- Achievement of this skill set provides credit towards a range of qualifications in the CHC Community Services Training Package and the HLT Health Training Package.
What could you study next?
- CHC32015 Certificate III in Community Services
- CHC33015 Certificate III in Individual Support
- CHC43115 Certificate IV in Disability
Fees – Victoria
Victorian residents may be eligible for government subsidised training in Victoria under the Skills First Program. Am I eligible?
| Approx. Tuition Fee: |
Concession Fee (Skills First Program) | Standard Fee (Skills First Program) | Fee For Service |
| $AUD 0.00 | $AUD 0.00 | $AUD 408.00 |
A statement of attainment will be issued upon successful completion of your course.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding for eligible individuals. We encourage students with a disability to access government subsidised training. There may also be other charges such as material or amenities fees. A genU Training staff member will assist you in determining your course fees and a statement of fees detailing all course charges will be provided prior to enrolment.
For full details of genU Training’s course fees please view our Fees & Charges page.
Fees – South Australia
| Approx. Tuition Fee: |
Concession Fee (Subsidised Training) | Standard Fee (Subsidised Training) | Fee For Service |
| $AUD 60.00 | $AUD 114.00 | $AUD 408.00 |
This training is supported by the Government of South Australia. Eligibility criteria apply, to check your eligibility visit www.skills.sa.gov.au. We encourage students with a disability to access subsidised training. There may also be other charges such as material or amenities fees. A genU Training staff member will assist you in determining your course fees and a statement of fees detailing all course charges will be provided prior to enrolment.
For full details of genU Training’s course fees please view our Fees & Charges page.
Fees – All other states
New South Wales, Australian Captial Territory, Western Australia and Queensland residents can access this course via our full fee for service rate.
| Approx. Tuition Fee: |
Fee For Service |
| $AUD 408.00 |
A statement of attainment will be issued upon successful completion of your course.
There may also be other charges such as material or amenities fees. A genU Training staff member will assist you in determining your course fees and a statement of fees detailing all course charges will be provided prior to enrolment.
For full details of genU Training’s course fees please view our Fees & Charges page.
genU Training offer CHCSS00088 Induction, in the following study modes and times:
On campus (day) – Study face to face (in a classroom setting)
1 day per week (9:30am – 4:00pm)
Virtual Training Room (day) – Study in real time online with instructor-led sessions via video conferencing, supplemented with guided activities via the Learning Management System (eLearning)
1 day per week (9:30am – 4:00pm), comprising 3.5 hours via video conferencing and 2.5 hour guided eLearning
Virtual Training Room (night) – Study in real time online with instructor-led sessions via video conferencing, supplemented with guided activities via the Learning Management System (e-learning)
1 night per week (5:30pm – 9:00pm), comprising 3.5 hours via video conferencing and an additional 2.5 hours guided eLearning
Time zones: Virtual Training Room classes run on AEST/AEDT time zones
Please select your preferred course location and date from the list below.
Click the Apply button and complete the online application. Once we receive your application, our Customer Enquiries Team will contact you to progress your application and advise of next steps. You can find out more about the application process here.
If you need support to complete your application, we are happy to help. Simply call 1300 582 687 or contact us online.
Induction (Release 1)
CHCSS00088
Study Mode:
On-campus (day) or Online (day or night) via virtual training room
Course Length
8 weeks