Graduate Certificate in Human Services
Program code
3272
Available at
Nathan
Gold Coast
Mount Gravatt
Logan
South Bank
Online
Offshore
Other
Duration
0.5 year full-time
1 year part-time
Credit points
40
Indicative fee
$18,000.00* per year (more)
* 2025 indicative annual fee
About this program
From 2025, commencing students are referred to the [[3403]]
Within a flexible online learning environment you will gain the knowledge and skills you need to be an effective human services professional. Human service professionals are concerned with improving the social, economic, personal and communal well-being of people.They seek to promote social inclusion and achieve equity, social justice, interdependence and human rights of people who are adversely affected by social and economic factors.
You will explore contemporary issues and learn about the latest theory and practice that can be applied to a broad range of human service settings, including government and non-government welfare organisations and community groups. You will build upon your existing knowledge base for working with children, families, young people, older people, communities and human service organisations.
This program is informed by the latest research and will suit you if you are looking for specialist human services training or wish to expand your current scope of practice. You will study alongside people from a range of disciplines, which will help you to learn and understand how different professions can contribute to improving the quality of people's lives. It is anticipated that successful completion of the program will give you an edge in a competitive job market.
| Code | Program title | Campus | Intake |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3272 | Graduate Certificate in Human Services (this program) | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 3370 | Graduate Certificate in Disability Studies | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 5604 | Master of Human Services | Online | Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3 |
| 4206 | Graduate Diploma of Human Services | Online | Exit point only |
Note 1: Progression through this program suite is dependent upon satisfying admission requirements.
Attendance information
The Graduate Certificate in Human Services is offered online only.
This program is offered on a full-time or part-time basis. Full-time is only available for the Trimester 1 or Trimester 2 intakes.
Managing Study Interruptions
Leave of AbsenceTaking a leave of absence from this program is permitted, subject to conditions outlined in the Enrolment Procedure.
My career opportunities
This program prepares graduates for practice in a diverse range of human service fields including working with individuals, groups and families, community work, planning and policy development.
There are career opportunities for human service professionals in government and non-government settings including National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), health, family law, criminal justice, and children's services.
Pathways to further study
Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate in Human Services will be eligible for admission into the Master of Human Services (5604).
International students
An International student is one who is not:
- an Australian or New Zealand citizen or
- a Pacific Engagement visa holder or
- a person who has Australian permanent resident status.
Indicative annual tuition fee
The indicative annual tuition fee is calculated based on a standard full-time study load which is usually 80 credit points (two full-time trimesters).
The indicative annual tuition fee is based on current conditions and available data and should only be used as a guide. These fees are reviewed annually and are subject to change.
Tuition fees
- An International student pays tuition fees.
- Students are liable for tuition fees for the courses they are enrolled in as at the census date.
- The tuition fee is charged according to the approved program fee for the trimester in which the student is enrolled.
Program fees for the Graduate Certificate in Human Services (3272)
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Changing programs
If an International student changes to a different program they will be subject to the approved program fee for the trimester in which they are enrolled.
Permanent resident status
If an undergraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will be provided with a domestic fee-paying place.
The student may then apply for a Commonwealth supported place at the next admission period provided that the student satisfies the conditions for transfer from a domestic fee-paying place to a Commonwealth supported place as set out in the Fees and Charges Procedure.
If a postgraduate student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth supported place (subject to availability) or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program.
If a research student obtains permanent resident status in Australia after commencing study in a program, and the student can provide evidence of permanent resident status prior to the census date (of the trimester in which they are enrolled), the student will automatically be considered for a Commonwealth Government Research Training Program (RTP) Fee Offset or a domestic fee-paying place as applicable for the program.
Further information
- Fees and Charges Procedure
- 3.6 - Fees for International Students
- 3.9 - Administrative and Miscellaneous Charges
- Cost of studying in Australia