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Diploma|Nationally Recognised Training

Diploma of Leisure and Health

CHC53415

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Duration12 Months
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ModeBlended or Workplace
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StartEnroll Anytime
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Placement240 hours

Course Overview

CHC53415 Diploma of Leisure and Health reflects the role of workers with responsibility for designing, implementing and evaluating health and leisure activities, and programs for clients in one or more sector areas. Work may be in residential facilities and/or in community agencies and day centers. Workers work under supervision or as sole practitioners and may be required to plan, coordinate and evaluate other workers and work teams within broad but generally well-defined guidelines.

Hammond Institute is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) that delivers Nationally Recognised Training (NRT), ensuring our courses meet national quality standards. This means the qualification you earn with us is recognised and respected by employers and education providers across Australia.

Career Outcomes

Diversional Therapist
Activities Coordinator
Community and Leisure Coordinator
Lifestyle Coordinator
Leisure Services Coordinator/Manager

Industry Snapshot

$1,328Weekly Pay
StrongGrowth
46,700 workersEmployment
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Further Study Pathways

CHC62015 Advanced Diploma of Community Sector Management

Entry Requirements

  • 1Age: must be 18 years or over.
  • 2Undertake Pre-Training Review.
  • 3Undertake LLN and digital numeracy assessment (ACSF Level 3 desirable).
  • 4Moderate level of computer literacy and access to a computer/laptop/tablet/smartphone with internet access.

Delivery & Assessment

Delivery Methods

  • Lectures / Instructions
  • Pre-reading
  • Demonstrations and modeling
  • Practice opportunities
  • Brainstorming activities
  • Group discussions
  • Guided facilitation of individual or group learning activities

Locations

  • Blended

The delivery structure is comprised of classroom training sessions, structured learning such as training support, learning activities, self-paced learning, workshops, and work placement.

Assessment Methods

Knowledge QuestionsWritten Assignment & Case StudiesWorkplace AssessmentLog BookProjects / Research Reviews

Units of Competency

22 units total
Core15 units
CHCCOM003Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
CHCLAH001Work effectively in the leisure and health industries
CHCLAH002Contribute to leisure and health programming
CHCLAH003Participate in the planning, implementation, and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs
CHCLAH004Participate in planning leisure and health programs for clients with complex needs
CHCLAH005Incorporate lifespan development and sociological concepts into leisure and health programming
CHCLAH006Coordinate planning, implementation, and monitoring of leisure and health programs
CHCLAH008Provide leisure education
CHCLAH009Apply concepts of human psychology to facilitate involvement in leisure programs
CHCPOL003Research and apply evidence to practice
CHCPRP003Reflect on and improve your professional practice
HLTAAP002Confirm physical health status
HLTWHS003Maintain work health and safety
BSBMGT502Manage people’s performance
Elective7 units
CHCCCS004Assess co-existing needs
CHCDEV004Confirm developmental status
CHCADV001Facilitate the interests and rights of clients
CHCDIV002Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCAGE009Provide services for older people
CHCAGE011Provide support to people living with dementia
CHCAOD001Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

Work Placement

240
Minimum Hours

of supervised work placement required

All students must complete a minimum of 240 hours of work placement in an accredited residential care facility for either aged care, disability, or home and community organisation to be deemed competent for this qualification.

Placement Requirements

Valid Police Checks (with no disclosures)
Valid Working with the Children Check

If a student is unable to find an appropriate work placement, Hammond Institute will assist in finding the work placement.

Key Details

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Course CodeCHC53415
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Duration12 Months
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Delivery ModeBlended or Workplace
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Start DateEnroll Anytime
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Placement240 hours
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LevelDiploma

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