Graduate Certificate Social Work Full Time

Graduate Certificate of Health and Community

at Stott's Colleges, Australian Surf Industry Training School, Front Cooking School, Melbourne Language Centre, Affectors Academy · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

115053J

CRICOS provider code

00197D

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

14 weeks

Tuition (whole course)

A$13,100 total

Per year

A$13,100/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Graduate Certificate of Health and Community at Stott's Colleges (CRICOS 115053J) covers key concepts in social work and community health practice relevant to the Australian context. Spanning 14 weeks, this intensive course explores contemporary health and wellbeing issues, strategies for effective community engagement, and the practical application of social support frameworks. Students investigate the local health sector, learn how community services are structured in Victoria and across Australia, and examine current policies and ethical practices influencing community care delivery.

Australian graduate certificates typically consist of a set number of units, usually four, each with designated credit points that count towards further study. As a short postgraduate qualification, this course is a fit for professionals who want to build on existing degrees in social sciences, nursing, or allied health. It focuses on practical skills, with an emphasis on developing communication, advocacy, and case management skills essential for work in diverse communities. While there’s no research thesis or mandatory placement, some assessment tasks may include workplace scenarios or applications to real-world settings.

This certificate suits those looking to enhance their roles in social services, Australian community organisations, health administration, or to pursue further study. Many graduates value the knowledge gained about Australian workplace expectations, effective teamwork, and cross-cultural communication. Given its delivered in Melbourne, students benefit from being in a city with extensive non-government, government, and private sector health networks.

Graduates who meet student visa conditions may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream, and can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during their studies. For specific details about English requirements, credit points or pathways to further study, confirm directly with Stott’s Colleges or the official CRICOS course page.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Community services worker in not-for-profit or government sectors
Support roles with Australian health organisations
Intake and referral officer
Welfare support worker
Care coordinator in aged care or disability services
Pathway to further study in social work or allied health

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Graduate Certificate of Health and Community at Stott's Colleges, Australian Surf Industry Training School, Front Cooking School, Melbourne Language Centre, Affectors Academy?

It typically takes 14 weeks, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$13,100 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Community services worker in not-for-profit or government sectorsSupport roles with Australian health organisationsIntake and referral officerWelfare support workerCare coordinator in aged care or disability servicesPathway to further study in social work or allied health

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