Program Overview

Graduate Certificate in Leadership in Human Services

The Graduate Certificate in Leadership in Human Services is designed for individuals already working in human services or social work who wish to enhance their clinical skills and take on leadership, management, or administrative roles. This course is also suitable for those starting a career in management within the ageing or disability sectors and seeking to add a deeper understanding of the human services context to their leadership skill set.

Key Information

• Study Mode and Sessions: Online, with sessions starting in March and July.
• Duration: Minimum of 1 year, maximum of 3 years.
• Entry Score: To be announced.
• Indicative Fees:
  • International online: Full-time $27,920.00 per annum, part-time $13,960.00 per annum.
  • Note: Fees are indicative only and based on full-time study.
• Course Points and Codes: 32 credit points, AQF Level 8.
• Cricos: Details not specified.

Why Study with Us?

• Choose Your Own Skill Set: Tailor your study from a diverse range of subjects to suit your career interests.
• Advance Your Career: Select skills to strengthen, focusing on areas like child and family services, disability, ageing, community development, or mental health services.
• Study That Fits Around Your Life: Online study options allow for balance with work and life.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Graduate Certificate in Leadership in Human Services can expect to find fulfilling employment opportunities in leadership, management, or administrative roles within the human services sector, including but not limited to:

• Child and family services
• Disability services
• Ageing services
• Community development
• Mental health services

What You Will Study

The course consists of 2 core subjects and 2 restricted electives, totaling 32 credit points. Core subjects include:

• HCS523: Leadership in Human Services Practice
• MGT501: Contemporary Management Restricted electives offer a wide range of choices, including but not limited to:
• ACC549: Financial Literacy for Decision Makers
• GER404: Ageing and Professional Practice
• HCS409: Social Welfare in Human Services
• HCS510: Social Work Practice in Mental Health
• LAW517: Mediation: Processes and Uses Students intending to continue into the Master of Leadership in Human Services should select one subject from the restricted electives in their chosen specialization area, plus WEL429: Indigenous Australian Practice for Human Service Workers, if not choosing a specialization.

Costs

• Calculate My Fee: Fees vary based on student type, commencement year, study mode, and location.
• International Student Fees: $27,920.00 per annum for full-time online study.
• Payment Options:
  • Pay all tuition fees upfront.
  • Pay part of the tuition fees upfront and defer the balance via a FEE-HELP loan (if eligible).
  • Defer all tuition fees via a FEE-HELP loan (if eligible).

Scholarships

Charles Sturt University offers scholarships and grants totaling over $11 million annually, covering areas such as academic performance, volunteering, sports achievements, community service, and more.

Entry Requirements

• Selection Rank: To be announced.
• Academic Entry Requirements: Applicants require an undergraduate degree from a recognized Australian tertiary institution (or equivalent) plus professional attainment/work experience in a human services field. Alternatively, applicants may be considered based on relevant professional attainment and/or work experience alone.
• Language Requirements: Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply.
• Inherent Requirements: Details not specified.

Credit and Pathways

• Credit: If you've completed relevant tertiary study or have work experience related to your course, you may receive credit towards your degree.
• Pathways: Several admission pathways are available to help you meet the entry requirements if you don't quite qualify at first.

How to Apply

Application processes vary depending on your student status and the time of application. You can apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC), Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC), or directly to Charles Sturt University. Recruitment agents can also assist with the application process for international students.