Overview

The Bachelor of Community Services offered by the Crown Institute of Higher Education (CIHE) is a 3-year full-time undergraduate program designed for students passionate about helping individuals, families, and communities overcome challenges and improve their quality of life.

This course provides the knowledge, values, and skills required to work effectively across the community and human services sectors in Australia and globally.

Students will explore key areas such as social policy, case management, counseling, ethics, mental health, and community development — gaining both theoretical understanding and practical experience that prepares them for a meaningful career in community support and social advocacy.

Key Features

• Combines academic study with practical fieldwork to prepare students for diverse roles in the human services sector.

• Focuses on social justice, diversity, inclusion, and ethical professional practice.

• Develops strong skills in case management, client communication, and advocacy.

• Includes professional placement / field education in community organizations to gain hands-on experience.

• Designed to meet the growing demand for qualified community service professionals in Australia.

Admission Requirements

Academic:

• Completion of Year 12 (or equivalent), or an AQF Level 4 qualification such as a Diploma or Foundation Program.

• Equivalent international qualifications accepted.

English Language:

• IELTS 6.0 overall (no band below 5.5), or

• PTE Academic 50 (no band below 42), or equivalent.

Students who do not meet the English requirement can first complete an ELICOS (English Language) course before admission.

Learning Approach

This program is delivered through lectures, workshops, seminars, and supervised professional placements.

Students engage in role-plays, discussions, case studies, and research to build practical knowledge of community systems, human behavior, and welfare policy.

Assessments include reports, reflective journals, group projects, and case analyses, designed to simulate real-world community work scenarios.

Graduate Attributes

Graduates of this course will:

• Demonstrate in-depth understanding of community service principles and frameworks.

• Apply ethical and culturally competent approaches in supporting individuals and groups.

• Manage client cases effectively with compassion and professionalism.

• Advocate for social change and equitable access to community resources.

• Work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to deliver client-centered outcomes.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Bachelor of Community Services are equipped to pursue diverse and rewarding careers in government, non-profit, and private sectors, including:

• Community Worker / Case Manager

• Welfare Support Officer

• Youth Worker

• Family Support Worker

• Mental Health Advocate

• Rehabilitation Support Worker

• Social Policy Assistant

• Program Coordinator

This degree also provides a foundation for postgraduate studies in social work, counseling, and human services.