OpenFieldDiploma of Community Services and Youth Welfare Pathway
Nationally recognized diploma training caseworkers, youth advocates, and community outreach coordinators, including 100 hours of mandatory supervised work placement.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Completion of Year 12 in Australia or recognized overseas equivalent secondary certificate.
- English language proficiency
- IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component).
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not applicable for Australian vocational qualifications.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Transcripts of secondary education and personal statement of intent.
- Recommendation letters
- One academic or character reference.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Nationally accredited AQF Level 5 qualification; university credit transfer agreements
- Application fee
- AUD $200 application registration fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- AUD $3,600 per semester (AUD $7,200 total for the one-year intensive diploma program)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- 10 February 2027 (Term 1 Commencement)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Australian Careers College documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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