Diploma of Human Services and Development (DHSD) University of Southern Queensland

Influence the welfare of communities

Make a positive difference to the community in which you and others live with USQ's Diploma of Human Services and Development.

You will study the basic challenges and principles of human rights, mental health, indigenous issues, case management, and human services, as well as examine legal, ethical and social responsibilities that are essential to work in the community development environment.

The eight courses will allow you to gain technical and communication skills to analyse, plan, design, and evaluate approaches to unpredictable problems.

Career outcomes

Choose from a range of careers in community organisations, local councils or in community development with marginalised groups.

Pathway to further study

This Diploma is a pathway into the Bachelor of Human Services, and with further study you can obtain a professional qualification in either community development, human services, social work or counselling.

Entry requirements for this course

Contact University of Southern Queensland to find course entry requirements.

View foundation and pathway programmes to help you meet academic and language entry requirements.