Health, Human & Community Services
The Centre for Health, Human and Community Services includes three administrative departments:
- Social Science and Early Childhood Education
- Community and Transitional Education
- Health, Science and Biotechnology
Social Science and Early Childhood Education
Courses commencing in February 2010!
Click on the relevant course to download the application form:
Diploma of Community Services Work
Diploma of Community Services (Case Management)
Certificate IV in Mental Health
Certificate IV in Alcohol and Other Drugs
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Moorabbin
T. 03 9209 5826
E. info@holmesglen.edu.au
Waverley
T. 03 9564 6267
E. info@holmesglen.edu.au
Human and Community Services relate to many aspects of our social environment. People working within this field provide a social safety net for those individuals, families and groups who may need help with personal and social difficulties. We provide courses to train those who are responsible, and who have the courage, empathy and ability to care for people and their needs.
In today's society the need for professional support staff is crucial, especially for the young, elderly and the disadvantaged. A great deal of personal satisfaction can be gained through working with these groups, as well as the benefit of personal growth through learning and understanding. Effective communication, listening skills and the ability to formulate an objective point of view are necessary attributes for working within the social science, education and community sectors.
We offer a range of industry recognised courses including certificates, diplomas, advanced diplomas and associate degrees with possible pathway streams toward higher education. Plus you can study at a pace that suits your professional and personal lifestyle, with both full-time and part-time study options available.
There are growing opportunities for people with the relevant expertise and qualifications to find employment within children's services, home care agencies and residential care. Employment demand for suitably qualified course graduates remains strong within Victoria. Our graduates work within many areas including local, state and federal government agencies, health and aged care facilities, the education sector, community based organisations, not-for-profit sector and private enterprise.
Community and Transitional Education
This department offers training in the community services area, in particular, Aged Care and Disability. In addition the department offers a range of programs for young adults with disabilities, learning and/or social/emotional difficulties, providing them with opportunities and a range of vocational skills.
Chadstone
Building 4
9564 2624
Moorabbin
Building 4
9209 5656
Health Science and Biotechnology
The Department of Health Science and Biotechnology provides students with the opportunity to select from a broad range of study areas in the health, dental and science fields.
Pathology and Biotechnology
Graduates from Holmesglen pathology and biotechnology courses are employed in a variety of settings including: specimen reception, commercial laboratories, research facilities and multidiscipline pathology laboratories.
Excellent pathway opportunities are available for students from the Certificate IV in Laboratory Technology to Diploma studies at Holmesglen and then onto degree studies at a number of universities.
Biotechnology students also have the opportunity to participate in an exciting exchange program with ITE College East in Singapore.
Facilities at Holmesglen are state of the art and students will be using the latest equipment and instrumentation. Many units in the Pathology Collection course are taught in a simulated workplace. All students complete a practical placement component within their course often leading to direct employment opportunities in their chosen discipline.
Moorabbin
Building 1
9209 5548
Nursing
Holmesglen's nursing department is one of the largest in the state and offers high quality undergraduate and post graduate courses for division 2 nurses (enrolled nurses).
Facilities at Holmesglen are state of the art and students have access to fully equipped nursing laboratories. Learning within this environment enables students to gain the skills and confidence through simulation for practice in real life settings.
Holmesglen has excellent partnerships with leading hospitals and healthcare facilities that offer opportunities for clinical placement and future employment.
Nursing students also have an opportunity to participate in an exciting exchange program with ITE College East in Singapore.
Holmesglen nursing graduates are highly sought after and are employed in a variety of health settings including acute care nursing, community nursing, mental health nursing and aged care facilities. There are also clear pathway opportunities into Bachelor of Nursing courses.
Moorabbin
Building 4
9209 5606
Dental
There is a high demand for Dental Technicians and Dental Prosthetists (Dental Technicians with clinical training) in Victoria and Australia. The Victorian Oral Health Services Labour Force Planning Report 2002 shows that even with high recruitment, by 2010 demand for services will outpace capacity to supply.
Facilities at Holmesglen are state of the art and provide the latest equipment and instrumentation for student practice. Class sizes are small with a ratio of 1/10 in practical classes, and each student has their own laboratory bench.
Holmesglen students in the Diploma of Dental Technology were the first to receive associate membership to the Australian Dental Prosthetics Association in 2008. The course provides successful graduates the opportunity to work as highly skilled health professionals.
Chadstone
Building 1
9564 1920