Entry Requirements
Students will be required to have a solid understanding of legislation, practices and standards applicable to the overall operation of a community service. Holding a Diploma level qualification in your current industry, or extensive experience in that industry would indicate you would have the required amount of knowledge and experience.
• Students must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to apply.
What you will need
• Access to a computer
• Reliable Internet connection
Practical Placement
A requirement of enrolment into this course, is that you are currently working within a Management Role within the Community Services Sector.
Roles can include: Nominated Supervisor, Director, Coordinator or Manager.
While there are no minimum number of hours required, workplace tasks will be required to be completed, and evidence of this submitted for your assessment of competency.
RPL & Credit Transfers
Please make us aware of any certificates or qualifications you currently hold as you may be eligible for credit transfer.
Why Choose EPEC?
An EPEC Education is More Than a Qualification
- It’s Your Winning Edge

Free Student Support
Benefit from true one-on-one support from our experienced educators and supportive admin staff via phone, live chat, or email. They are invested in your success, guiding you every step of the way with regular check-ins available at times and frequencies that suit you. You are never alone with when you study with EPEC.
Free Resubmissions
Unlike many other Registered Training Organisations, we don’t charge you to resubmit failed assessments. We want you to succeed and remove any barriers we can along the way.
BONUS - Professional Development Library Access
When you study a full qualification (Cert III and above) with EPEC, you unlock access to our exclusive $2000+ personal development library - packed with additional resources like Webinars and Industry Skill Builders (short courses) you can choose from to boost your skills, and add certificates to your portfolio that help you stand out to employers.
Units
Core Units
• CHCLEG003 Manage legal and ethical compliance
• CHCMGT001 Develop, implement and review quality framework
• CHCMGT003 Lead the work team
• BSBFIM601 Manage finances
• BSBINN601 Lead and manage organisational change
• BSBMGT608 Manage innovation and continuous improvement
• BSBRSK501 Manage risk
Elective Units
• CHCMGT005 Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
• CHCPRP003 Reflect on and improve own professional practice
• BSBLDR523 Lead and manage effective workplace relationships
• CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety