Community Services

Certificate IV in Leisure and Health

CHC43415

Career Outcomes

Activity Officer

Aged Care Worker

Community Support Worker

Lifestyle Coordinator

Support Worker

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Study Mode

Online

Awarded by

Open Colleges (RTO: 90796)

Qualification

Certificate IV

Course Fee

Price may vary

Duration

Up to 18 months

Start Date

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Payment Option

Fee For Service

Payment plan

Upfront payment

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In a nutshell

What you'll need to get it

Subject breakdown

Why Open Colleges ?

Where will this course take you?

Career outcomes

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This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian government's National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that's recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.

In a Nutshell

The CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health, offered by Open Colleges, is designed to equip individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to thrive in the leisure and health sectors. This course covers essential areas such as planning and implementing leisure programs, supporting individuals with diverse needs, and promoting health and wellbeing within communities. Participants will gain practical insights into the management of leisure services and the importance of fostering inclusive environments that cater to various demographics. Additionally, Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative makes finding required work placement easy.

Throughout the course, learners will engage with a range of topics, including the development of community programs, effective communication strategies, and the principles of health promotion. The curriculum is tailored to ensure that graduates are well-prepared to take on roles that require both leadership and empathy, making a positive impact in the lives of individuals and communities. With a focus on real-world applications, this qualification opens doors to diverse career opportunities in the growing fields of leisure and health.

Enquire to learn more about how the CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health can help you advance your career and make a meaningful difference in your community.

120 hours of work placement is required to complete this course – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.

Please note: This is a fee-for-service course, it is not government funded.

What You'll Need to Get In

Entry requirements can differ depending on the course. Generally, you need to be at least 18 years old to enrol. If you are under 18, you will require permission from a parent or guardian. Students should also possess basic language, literacy, numeracy, and digital skills to read course materials comfortably, understand technical terms, and communicate effectively via email.

To learn more about the specific entry requirements for this course or if you need advice on whether this course is suitable for you please enquire now.

Please note: This course is not available to student visa holders.

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Subject Breakdown

In this Leisure and Health course, the units of you may study include:

CHCLAH001 – Work effectively in the leisure and health industries
CHCCOM002 – Use communication to build relationships
CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
CHCCCS023 – Support independence and wellbeing
CHCLAH005 – Incorporate lifespan development and sociological concepts into leisure and health programming
HLTAAP002 – Confirm physical health status
HLTWHS002 – Follow safe work practices for direct client care
CHCLAH002 – Contribute to leisure and health programming
CHCLAH003 – Participate in the planning, implementation and monitoring of individual leisure and health programs
CHCCCS025 – Support relationships with carers and families
CHCHCS001 – Provide home and community support services
CHCMHS002 – Establish self-directed recovery relationships
CHCMHS003 – Provide recovery-oriented mental health services
Work Placement
CHCDIS003 – Support community participation and social inclusion
CHCDIS001 – Contribute to ongoing skills development using a strengths-based approach
CHCLAH004 – Participate in planning leisure and health programs for clients with complex needs
CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice

120 hours of work placement is also required – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.

Why Open Colleges ?

Open Colleges has been a trusted name in Australian education for over 125 years, empowering individuals to realise their potential through quality online learning. With a commitment to helping over 450,000 students in the last decade alone, Open Colleges offers nationally recognised qualifications that equip learners with the skills needed to thrive in their careers. Their courses are crafted by vocational experts, ensuring that students gain practical, job-ready skills from industry specialists.

Flexibility is at the heart of Open Colleges’ approach to education. Their user-friendly online platform is accessible 24/7, allowing students to study at their own pace and fit their learning around their busy lives. This commitment to accessible education makes it easier for individuals at any stage of their career to take the next step towards their professional goals with confidence.

Open Colleges is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO: 90796)

Where will this course take you?

Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a nationally recognised, accredited CHC43415 Certificate IV in Leisure and Health from Open Colleges.

With this qualification under your belt, you will have the knowledge and skills to consider a career as an aged care activities officer, lifestyle coordinator or recreation group leader.

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