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Certificate IV in Youth Work
Kick start your career in youth work with this intermediate-level course that will equip you with the skills to start working with young people in the community sooner.
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Start working with young people in the community with this mid-level qualification. This course will give you the specialised skills and knowledge to work in a variety of settings.
According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working in community and welfare support is expected to grow strongly over the next five years. This large occupation has strong job prospects with around 30,000 job openings anticipated over the next five years.
This course will give you the skills to work with diverse people, plan and run group activities, and to respond to crisis situations. Our highly-experienced teaching staff are leaders in their field and will give you the one-on-one guidance needed to succeed in your studies.
Successful completion of this course will qualify you to be employed as a youth worker in a number of settings, including neighbourhood centres, residential settings, migrant support services, and with at risk young people. It will also give you the core skills needed to pursue further studies.
What can I do?
- Indigenous Support Worker
- Intervention and support programs with young people and their families
- Child Safety Support Officer
- Youth justice youth worker
- Youth worker / program support officer in community based programs supporting children, young people and families experiencing mental health, domestic
- Child and youth residential care worker
- Youth mental health and disability youth worker
- School based youth support officer
- Neighbourhood centre programs including parenting programs worker / case worker
- Program support worker with children, young people and their families
Course outcome:
CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work
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The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 4 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 100 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work within a community development framework. A community development framework, may include a range of methods designed to strengthen and develop communities by enhancing individual and group capacity to confidently engage with community structures and to address problems and issues.
- Work within a community development framework
This unit describes the skills and knowledge to apply specific communication techniques to establish, build and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders based on respect and trust.
- Use communication to build relationships
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
- Work with diverse people
The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety.
- Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
- CHCGRP002 Plan and conduct group activities UNIT CODE : CHCGRP002 Unit description : This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to establish, lead and participate in a groups using a collaborative, strengths-based approach.
- Plan and conduct group activities
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and work within the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to an individual job role.
- Work legally and ethically
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish relationships, clarify needs, and then work collaboratively with people who are living with mental health issues.
- Work with people with mental health issues
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support and protect children and young people who are at risk of harm. This work occurs within legislative and policy frameworks and carries a duty of care responsibility.
- Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate effectively with young people (aged 12 to 25 years) in work roles with a specific focus on young people.
- Engage respectfully with young people
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work in the youth work context. The unit focuses on historical and contemporary youth sector practice and understanding of the current status of young people.
- Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist young people to identify the challenges and opportunities in their lives and to work towards their goals on an individual or group level.
- Support young people to create opportunities in their lives
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain safety through effective response to potential or actual critical situations.
- Respond to critical situations
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide guidance and role models to young people and their families to maintain positive and supportive relationships, while identifying problems and establishing goals for change based on maintaining support from family and the general community.
- Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility.
- Participate in workplace health and safety
Elective Units
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and work within the current context, philosophy and values of the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector.
- Work in an alcohol and other drugs context
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to respond holistically to client needs. Clients may have a range of issues outside and in addition to the area of immediate focus or expertise of the worker and their organisation.
- Respond to client needs
- CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence UNIT CODE : CHCDFV001 Unit description : This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to identify and respond to the needs of clients who may be experiencing domestic and family violence, including responding to immediate intervention and support needs.
- Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify situations where client language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills may be impeding access to services, to adjust service delivery, and to refer appropriately to improve client outcomes.
- Respond to client language, literacy and numeracy needs
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work with people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, including women and children experiencing family violence.
- Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
- Darling Downs and South West / North and Far North Queensland
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to practice and contribute to the continuous improvement of trauma informed care within a service.
- Work effectively in trauma informed care
Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.
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- Darling Downs and South West
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Eligible apprentices and trainees that meet the Queensland state funding requirements will be charged a set fee per nominal hour. These fees are calculated at a regulated rate of $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. Non-funded apprentices and trainees will be charged a fee for service cost. These will be confirmed prior to the commencement of training. Information regarding costs will be outlined on the agreed training plan, which will be provided to the employer and apprentice or trainee at time of induction.
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It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations. If applicable, you will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network. You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. For placement this includes having access to and wearing appropriate attire including black or navy pants and fully enclosed shoes. You may also be required to purchase TAFE Queensland branded uniform items (including a polo shirt). If this applies, further details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation. You are also required to purchase a USB drive.
You may be required to have full COVID-19 vaccination to undertake vocational placement in a range of Community Services organisations. Potential students are advised to seek current information as policies may be updated.
If you are not currently employed in industry, during your course you will be required to complete Vocational Placement so you can start practising your new skills in a real-world environment. You’ll be required to work shifts determined by your placement provider. TAFE Queensland will be able to assist in arranging suitable placements.
Completing placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are required to complete 100 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.
Prior to Placement, students will need to complete and provide evidence of the following checks:
• Students must complete their online NDIS Worker Screening Clearance application at this link - NDIS Worker Screening Unit (WSU) and nominate TAFE Queensland (as their employer). There is no cost to students. TAFE Queensland can then verify each student.
• Students must also complete the NDIS Worker Orientation Online Modules (4 modules/approximately 90 minutes in total). Upon completion, students will need to provide their Certificate of Completion to both TAFE Queensland and their placement provider.
• Additionally, if students work with children on Placement, they will also need a Blue Card Working with Children Check (Blue Card in Queensland).
• Please note: Students can apply for both the NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and Blue Card by completing a combined application via the NDIS Worker Screening portal noted above NDIS Worker Screening Unit (WSU).
Please note: TAFE Queensland wishes to warn you, as a Blue Card applicant, that it is an offence for a disqualified person to sign a Blue Card application. For further information regarding 'disqualified' persons, please contact Blue Card Services .
Depending on where your placement is conducted, further checks may be required and your Vocational Placement Coordinator or Teacher will discuss this with you.
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For all students who are undertaking courses that include Vocational Placements in a high risk workplace, Queensland Health has directed that students must declare your COVID-19 Vaccination status and evidence to either TAFE Queensland or the placement provider.
This may require you providing us or the placement provider information on:
- Your vaccinate status
- Last date of vaccination
- Evidence of vaccine status
Where this information will be collected as part of your application and / or enrolment process. Any data collected will be managed under the TAFE Queensland Privacy Policy .
This requirement is in place for all students in affected courses, including TAFE at School students .
Those students who have a medical contraindication may be unable to complete the vocational placement component of their course. This means you may not be able to meet all of the requirements of your course and may not be able to graduate or receive your qualification.
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Transition statement
Replacement qualification This qualification has been replaced by CHC40421 - Certificate IV in Youth Work , as of 7 December 2022. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 6 December 2023.
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Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods .
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Course Description
Learn to look after the holistic welfare of teenagers and youth (in general those who are 12-24 years of age), including their safety, emotional health and social connectivity, with Open Colleges’ CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work.
During your course you will learn:
- How to listen to and understand young people’s problems taking into account their background and circumstances, and support them in the areas they are struggling with.
- The skills to interact and work with the families and guardians of young people, to arrive at the best possible outcomes for your young client’s welfare.
- How to understand and work with a variety of cultural perspectives, and promote the health and safety of young people living in these communities.
- Key relationship and trust building skills.
- How to assess young people, respond to their concerns and link them in with services that will assist them in meeting their needs.
- Encourage youth participation, and help young people to connect with people and communities that will have a positive and healthy impact on their lives.
- How to respond to critical situations, and work with youth who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness.
- How to understand, work with and support young people struggling with mental distress.
This course is superseded by CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work. For now, you may still enrol in this course, and we will transition you to the new course at no additional cost once it is available. We’ll be in touch closer to our launch date to give you more information about what this means for you. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, as our friendly Enrolment Consultants are always happy to help.
The Open Colleges CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work has been designed in consultation with experts in the industry, to make sure your learning is comprehensive and applicable to the current youth work sector.
This course is offered by Open Colleges on behalf of Integrated Care and Management Training.
If you are an existing worker or have experience in the related industry, please inform our enrolment consultants during your enrolment conversation. You may be eligible to enrol as an existing worker and complete your studies faster. Please note - limitations do apply.
Potential career outcomes
- Community Development Youth Worker
- Indigenous Youth Worker
- Recreational Youth Activities Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Youth and Family Services Officer
- Youth Case Worker
- Youth Housing Support Worker
- Youth Worker
Course Details
Requirements.
You will need to have completed Year 12, or equivalent. Equivalency can be demonstrated by one of the following:
- A qualification at Certificate III level or higher, OR
- Two years of industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication.
Minimum age
You will need to be at least 18 years old.
This course involves reading learning content and undertaking a range of written assessments and engaging in online forums and discussions. Furthermore, the delivery mode relies on the extensive use of written communication. As such, entry to the course requires the successful completion of English to Year 12 level.
If you haven't successfully completed English at Year 12 level, you can demonstrate equivalency through one of the following:
Open Colleges recognises that not all people are able to read, write and perform calculations to the same standard. See the Language, Literacy and Numeracy Considerations section for more information on tools, resources and support services provided to by Open Colleges.
Access to others
This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays. These will require participation by 1-2 other people sourced by you.
Tools and equipment
You will need to purchase specific tools and equipment for this course. Click here to view the complete list of materials, equipment and tools required for this course. IT Requirements It is recommended that students have the following hardware and additional software:
- Microsoft Windows 7 or higher (Windows 10 recommended)
- Mac OS 10.11 (El Capitan) or higher Note: (Microsoft Office 365 can only guarantee support on the current release of Mac OS, plus two previous versions. Older versions may work but may have issues)
- Processor: 2 GHz or faster, 2-core
- Memory: 8GB of RAM or higher z916GB recommended)
- Hard Drive: Space 2 GB free disk space
- Browser: Chrome is the preferred browser for students
- Windows users:
- 1 Ghz or faster processer (2GHz recommended)
- Acrobat Reader
- Microsoft Office 2017 or later (including MS Office 365). Note: if using an equivalent office software (such as Open Office or Apple Pages etc), ensure that documents can be formatted correctly and exported to common file formats
- Audio recording Software (Voice recorder app, Garageband, or Audacity)
- Video editing software (iMovie, Video Editor app)
- File compression software
- Internet Connection: DSL, Cable, or Satellite with at least 2mbps upload speed Note: it is strongly recommended that you have access to the Internet from home. Expecting to access your course from your work internet or a public network like a library or coffee shop may be impractical due to your average weekly study hours.
- Printer/Scanner: Access to printing/scanning devices or facilities may be required for certain course activities
- 1280 x 800 display (1280 x 1024 recommended) with 16-bit colour and 512 MB of V RAM
- Speakers or headset for audio playback
- Microphone for audio recording
- Webcam or equivalent (such as a smartphone with video recording capability)
- E-Mail Capability: Access to e-mail through an e-mail program or web-based e-mail system (e.g., Gmail, Hotmail, Mail for Android or Mail for iOS apps)
To successfully complete this course, you will require basic computing skills. This includes:
- Creating, saving and editing Microsoft Office documents.
- Accessing and searching the internet.
- Downloading and saving documents from websites.
- Uploading documents through websites.
- Participating in online discussions.
- Compressing image files.
- Connecting digital cameras and downloading and storing images.
Physical requirements
A basic level of fitness is required as you may be required to support clients with daily living skills such as personal care, shopping, cleaning and recreational activities.
HLTAID003/HLTAID011 Provide first aid requires you to undertake Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) continuously for a minimum of 2 minutes while kneeling on the floor.
The unit HLTAID011 Apply first aid (or its equivalent) is not delivered by Open Colleges. This unit can be satisfied via the completion of the nationally recognised unit of competency or its equivalent offered by an approved provider. You will need to provide a certified copy of a current certificate or Statement of Attainment to be provided credit for this unit. You will need to pay a fee directly to the provider and may be required to travel in order to undertake this unit with the provider of your choice. Whilst it is not a requirement to hold a current first aid certificate to undertake work placement in this industry, workplaces have the right to request this.
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Module 1: Introduction to the youth work sector
- Apply understanding of the social, historical, economic, legal and political contexts of young people
- Apply understanding of the context of youth work
- Work within the core values and practice frameworks of youth work
- Work with understanding of the impact of values in determining the approach to working with young people
- Communicate effectively with young people
- Reflect understanding of youth cultures and subcultures and young person’s own development
- Work with the young person as the focus
- Reflect on own practice and values
Module 2: Working with diversity
- Reflect on own perspectives
- Appreciate diversity and inclusiveness, and their benefits
- Communicate with people from diverse backgrounds and situations
- Promote understanding across diverse groups
- Identify cultural safety issues in the workplace
- Model cultural safety in own work
- Develop strategies for improved cultural safety
- Evaluate cultural safety strategies
Module 3: Work, health and safety
- Follow safe work practices
- Implement safe work practices
- Contribute to safe work practices in the workplace
- Reflect on own safe work practices
Module 4: First aid
- Respond to an emergency situation.
- Apply appropriate first aid procedures.
- Communicate details of the incident.
- Review the incident.
Module 5: Youth and their families
- Establish relationship with the young person’s nominated carer/family members
- Exchange information with family/carers about young person’s needs and/or risks
- Determine a mutual approach to addressing the young person’s needs
- Respond to families’/nominated carers concerns about young person
Module 6: Working in the industry
- Identify and respond to legal requirements
- Identify and meet ethical responsibilities
- Contribute to workplace improvements
- Communicate with clients and co-workers
- Address communication needs
- Facilitate meetings
Module 7: Mental health
- Establish respectful relationships with people with mental health issues
- Determine the needs of people with mental health issues
- Work with people with mental health issues to meet aspirations and needs
- Identify and address immediate needs and circumstances of young people
- Explore and clarify issues facing the young person and the nature of support sought
- Facilitate goal setting and action planning
- Provide targeted assistance and referral
- Act as an advocate on request
- Prepare for assessment
- Analyse the person’s needs using a collaborative approach
- Determine appropriate services
- Complete reporting
- Evaluate assessment and referral processes
Module 8: Responding to crisis
- Implement risk-minimisation strategies
- Maintain a safe environment for young people
- Prevent escalation of violent behaviour
- Secure the safety of clients
- Address issues associated with people who are experiencing homelessness or risk of becoming homeless
- Support and advocate for people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless
- Implement work practices which support the protection of children and young people
- Report indications of possible risk of harm
- Apply ethical and nurturing practices in work with children and young people
Module 9: Community supports
- Create a relationship of trust and respect
- Work with young people to identify their needs, rights, strengths, hopes and opportunities
- Identify goals with the young person
- Develop and implement action plans
- Operate within a community development framework
- Distinguish between private and public issues arising in community development work
- Work with groups to achieve community development outcomes
- Plan group activities and resources
- Coordinate group planning processes
- Manage group processes and conflict
- Evaluate group activities
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Nicola Robey
Nicola has 5 years experience as a Trainer and Assessor working in the education management industry. Currently, Nicola is working as a Therapy Assistant supporting young people in the NDIS, focusing on supporting participants with mental health issues in achieving their goals. Nicola also has an extensive history of working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander youth, helping young people to overcome many challenges.
Nicola holds a Cert IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention, and a Diploma of Community Services Work and is currently studying a Cert IV in Mental health and Alcohol and Other Drugs.
Industry Connections
Work placement.
Open Colleges has a work placement partnership with these organisation(s):
Action for Children and the Aged (ACATA) Australia is a registered non-government organisation comprising of medical experts and health advocates whom work towards addressing humanitarian crisis, marginalised care, and unmet medical needs in high risk communities. ACATA Australia works to promote healthy life styles and eating habits to influence the health of children and the aged.
Myst are a team dedicated to providing care and support to young people in the Blue Mountains affected by homelessness, poverty, distress, helplessness and misfortune.
The course contains a minimum of 120 hours of work placement
Students will often undertake work placement in their current workplace or find a workplace through their friends, family or colleagues. If you experience difficulties finding a work placement, Open Colleges will provide you with advice, resources and support through our work placement support team.
There are a number of statutory checks that may be required by workplaces, such as a National Police Check, Working with Children Check (or state equivalent), a First Aid Certificate and signing of a Confidentiality Agreement and Code of Conduct. These may vary by state. In addition, individual workplaces may impose additional requirements on students undertaking work placement. You will be responsible for the costs of any such checks or requirements.
Your work placement will need to be completed in Australia.
Cost of work placement
All costs of work placement including any placement fees charged by the host organisation (whether to the student or OC), cost of statutory checks and vaccinations, travel, accommodation and uniforms are the responsibility of the student.
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Offer ends on Sunday 12th March 2023 at 11:59pm AEST . Offer for 25% discount is for the pay in full payment option only and is applied on the original price of the course. Offer for 12.5% discount is for the pay 50% & payment plan option only and is applied on the original price of the course. After the end of the offer period, the discount for payment upfront will revert to 10% and 5% for pay 50% & payment plan option. Selected courses only. Excludes Open Colleges School of Health courses, Short Courses, Skill Sets, and any courses without payment plans are not eligible. Cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotion or offer. Open Colleges' limited time discounts may vary in amount and availability periods from week-to-week.
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Career Outcomes
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- check Indigenous Youth Worker
- check Recreational Youth Activities Worker
- check Residential Support Worker
- check Youth and Family Services Officer
- check Youth Case Worker
- check Youth Housing Support Worker
- check Youth Worker
Delivery Method
Online with Work Placement
Flexible payment options available
Recognition
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Certificate IV in Youth Work
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Certificate IV in Youth Work - CHC40413
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*Free TAFE course
The role of a youth worker is diverse, with many exciting and challenging career opportunities.
You'll learn to develop and facilitate programs for young people through a range of community-based programs addressing the social, behavioural, health and welfare, developmental and protection needs of young people.
Teaching staff are experienced and highly skilled professionals currently working in the youth work sector, and the curriclum combines workshops, field trips and practical work placement, so you are immersed in professionally relevant experiences from day one.
*This is a Free TAFE priority course. Check your eligibility.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding.
Changes to Free TAFE
*Free TAFE numbers are now capped with limited places for this course.
Free TAFE opportunities in the Certificate IV in Youth Work (CHC40413) are limited, your free place is only guaranteed once you have enrolled. We encourage all prospective students to enrol as soon as possible to secure a Free TAFE place.
How you will learn
Many teaching staff work in industry, so students are exposed to the real world of youth work from their very first day.
This access and connection to the community services sector paves the way for placement and employment opportunities for students.
Classes include a combination of:
- work-related learning
- workplace tasks and assessments
- case studies
- group and individual projects
- oral presentations
Assessment occurs through a variety of methods including:
- written reports
- class activities
- work placement observations and tasks
Guest lecturers provide relevant and up-to-date industry information.
Blended learning options
Courses offered as part of blended learning programs include a meaningful blend of online, on-campus, and workplace based learning tailored to the type of study you undertake. This learning is active, prioritising tasks that involve exploration and development of skills and knowledge through interaction and engagement.
Online aspects provide positive benefits such as flexibility and adaptability using digital activities and materials, while also strengthening the interaction and connection with timetabled and on-campus experiences such as tutorials, practicals, or workshops.
You'll undertake an industry placement over the course of the year, complementing what you're learning in class.
You will have the opportunity to complete placement(s) through a variety of community youth work services.
RMIT University is committed to providing you with an education that strongly links formal learning with hands-on vocational practice.
We work closely with our industry partners to ensure this certificate is aligned with industry needs. This certificate maintains strong links with the community youth work sector through course design, development, delivery and assessment.
International opportunities
You will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world projects in international contexts.
Our students have been leading participants in project teams working with partner organisations in the United Kingdom, Asia-Pacific, Europe, India and the USA.
Global work, exchange and study experiences
RMIT offers a range of opportunities for our students to study abroad through global work, exchange and study experiences with over 165 partner universities worldwide.
Contact hours and study load
Full time study of this certificate includes three days per week on-campus (six hours per day), as well as 40-80 hours of work placement conducted outside classroom time.
Students should expect approximately five hours of additional study time per week
Learning outcomes
The knowledge and skills you will acquire throughout this certificate and how they can be applied in your career are described in the learning outcomes .
Electives and course plan
This certificate consists of 14 core subjects and 4 elective subjects.
You'll study:
- case management
- community development
- effective communication
- crisis intervention
- legal and ethical issues
- how to plan and conduct group activities
- how to engage with at risk youth.
Electives allow you to develop additional skills in:
- working in trauma informed care
- alcohol and other drugs issues
- case management.
For local students, this certificate is also offered as a traineeship.
Course structure
Choose a plan below to find out more about the subjects you will study and the course structure.
If you are eligible to apply via VTAC, copy and paste the below code into VTAC search.
- Plan C4352 - 3200372464
Please ensure that you have checked the admissions requirements and apply page before applying.
Our graduates are highly sought after for a wide range of positions including those in:
- psycho-social support services, including residential, day program and outreach
- recreational programs
- juvenile justice
- local government
Graduates have also taken their careers overseas, working with agencies such as Oxfam.
Graduates of this certificate have a range of possible career options and may be employed in roles such as:
- community development worker (youth)
- indigenous youth worker
- recreational youth activities worker
- residential care worker
- youth alcohol and other drugs worker
- youth and family services worker
- youth housing support worker
- youth mental health worker
- juvenile justice worker.
Job Outlook projects that work opportunities for social and youth workers are set to increase by 29.3% to 2024, and up to 28.2% for welfare, recreation and community arts workers. Job Outlook also estimates that the most common annual salary for a youth and community worker in Australia is between $65,000 and $75,000.
Professional recognition and accreditation
This nationally recognised vocational education qualification has been validated by the community services and health industries.
The Certificate IV in Youth Work is the industry requirement to qualify you for work with youth services in community settings throughout Australia.
You need to satisfy all of the following academic (entry) requirements to be considered for entry into this course.
- Academic requirements
- Prerequisites
- Selection tasks
There are no minimum academic requirements. You must be at least 18 years of age by the commencement date of the program.
Personal statement
You must submit a personal statement with your application outlining:
- your reasons for wanting to study this course
- your intended career path
- the personal strengths and attributes you will bring to the program
- details of any related work or voluntary experience
If you are applying to RMIT via VTAC you can complete and submit the VTAC personal statement via your online VTAC account.
If you are applying direct to RMIT you can upload your completed personal statement via your online direct application.
There are no prerequisite subjects required for entry into this qualification.
A selection task is not required for entry into this qualification.
Additional information
Immunisation and compliance requirements.
If you are successful in obtaining a place in this program, you must meet a number of professional compliance requirements upon commencement of your studies.
Working with Children Check*
You will be required to hold a Victorian Working with Children Check valid for 5 years, prior to undertaking clinical components as part of this program.
Note: For clinical components undertaken interstate a valid Working With Children Check for that state is required.
National police record check*
You will be required to present evidence of a successful National police record check prior to undertaking the clinical components of this program (this is an annual requirement for the duration of your program). Checks are conducted via fit2work . An account with fit2work will be created using your name and your RMIT issued student email address once studies in the program have commenced. Further information will be provided once enrolment has been completed.
NDIS Worker Screening Check*
Applicants may be required to apply for, and receive an acceptable NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to undertaking professional placement with an NDIS provider as part of this program.
*All relevant screening and compliance check fees are the responsibility of the student.
Inherent requirements (non-academic abilities)
Non-academic abilities you’ll need to complete this program.
The following information outlines the tasks you will be required to undertake during professional experience placement and on-campus learning activities.
The non-academic abilities listed are provided for your information only and are not entry requirements.
If there are any activities outlined which may be difficult for you to undertake, there are a range of adjustments to your study conditions available to enable and support you to demonstrate these abilities. Please contact the Equitable Learning Service to discuss any adjustments you may require.
By understanding the types of activities you’ll participate in, you can:
- understand more about the program
- determine if you may need support during your studies
- make an informed decision about whether the program is suitable for you
If you are living with disability, long-term illness and/or a mental health condition, we can support you by making adjustments to activities in your program so that you can participate fully in your studies.
To receive learning adjustments, you need to register with Equitable Learning Service
The University considers the wellbeing and safety of all students, staff and the community to be a priority in academic and professional experience placement settings.
Understanding pathways
Undertaking a certificate, diploma, advanced diploma or associate degree can help you meet the entry requirements for your preferred degree. These qualifications often provide credit, reducing the duration of your bachelor degree.
There it is.
You can see it.
The degree you're after.
But sometimes, things happen.
You can miss the mark, or miss the boat, or drop the ball, or simply fall short.
Don't worry.
Whatever obstacles lie between you and your degree, there are different pathways at RMIT to help you get there.
The great thing about these pathways is that they're available across a range of study areas and can provide skills and training to help unlock job opportunities.
Many have smaller class sizes and great support from teachers, and they can allow you to gain credits for better studies.
Which means you'll get to your degree sooner than you think.
Visit rmit.edu.au/pathways to find the one that's right for you.
Pathway options
Even though there are no formal pathways into this course, there are often other ways you can gain entry.
Credit and recognition of prior learning
Credit, recognition of prior learning, professional experience and accreditation from a professional body can reduce the duration of your study by acknowledging your earlier, relevant experience.
Credit and exemptions will be assessed consistent with the principles of the RMIT Credit Policy .
Further study
Graduates of this course will be guaranteed entry into the courses below.
For more information, explore our Pathway finder, or contact [email protected] .
- Diploma of Youth Work
- Diploma of Community Services
- Diploma of Alcohol and Other Drugs
Fee summary
Free tafe for priority courses.
The Victorian Government is currently waiving tuition fees for this program for students who meet eligibility requirements for government subsidised places.
Visit Free TAFE for priority courses for further information on what this means and whether you may be eligible.
If you have any questions you can contact [email protected] .
The tuition fees below will apply if you are not receiving a Free TAFE fee waiver.
The tuition fees you will pay for this program will depend on whether you are offered a Victorian Government subsidised place or a full-fee place. To find out if you are eligible for a government subsidised place, follow the steps at How to check if you are eligible .
- 2023 government subsidised place (with concession): AU$1,000.00* per annum
- 2023 government subsidised place: AU$5,000* per annum
- 2023 full-fee place: AU$10,500* per annum
*Fees shown are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at the time of enrolment.
Use our fee finder to get an estimate of your fees for this program.
Additional expenses
- Student services and amenities fee (SSAF): AU$326 maximum fee for 2023.
- Other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment.
Annual fee adjustment
The student tuition fees as displayed by the fee finder are indicative only and subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Fees are adjusted on an annual basis and these fees should only be used as a guide.
Eligibility Exemption criteria
**The Victorian Government is currently waiving three (3) eligibility criteria around prior qualifications. This means that more people who want to study a vocational education program at RMIT, and who have studied previously, will be able to access a government subsidised place in a program. Find out how to check your eligibility
Payments and refunds
For information on how to pay your fees or how to apply for a refund, please see Paying your fees and applying for refunds .
In addition to tuition fees, you will be charged an annual student services and amenities fee (SSAF) , which is used to maintain and enhance services and amenities that improve your experience as an RMIT student.
The SSAF is calculated based on your enrolment load and the maximum fee for 2023 is $326.
For more information about calculating your actual SSAF see Paying SSAF .
You may also be required to purchase other items related to your program, including field trips, textbooks and equipment. These additional fees and expenses vary from program to program.
Fee assistance
You may be entitled to apply for a fee concession or exemption if you are in a Victorian Government subsidised place and you meet the eligibility criteria .
If your application for a fee concession is approved, you will be charged 20% of the standard government subsidised tuition fee for your program. You will also be charged a lower rate on your student services and amenities fee (SSAF).
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Certificate IV in Youth Work
National code: chc40413.
Overview About this course
Turn your enthusiasm for empowering young people into a rewarding career as a community services youth worker. Make a real difference in your local community by supporting and helping young people so they can build a strong future.
This course is superseded. You can still enrol in this course, and you will be contacted if you need to transition into the next version when it is available.
Outcomes What you'll gain
Learning outcomes.
Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:
Communicate and engage respectfully with young people
Provide a range of services for young people
Identify and respond to critical situations
Assist young people to make positive choices
Work with a diverse range of young people
Course outcomes
Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.
A nationally accredited qualification at certificate IV level
Real-world experience through 120 hours of work experience (not mandatory but highly recommended)
Experience engaging with youth in your local community
Skills to facilitate group work, develop programs and liaise with other professionals
Solid pathways to continue your study and enhance your career opportunities
Suitability Is this course right for you?
Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol
There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.
This course is offered as a traineeship. Enquire today to check the eligibility requirements.
Completion requirements
During your study you’ll need to provide your teacher with the following evidence:
Entry recommendations
To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:
A passion for working with young people
The ability to use a computer and Microsoft Word
The capacity to work independently and as a team
The ability to work with people in difficult situations and circumstances
Important information
This qualification contains content, concepts and scenarios that may be distressing. Please consider your personal resilience and any potential emotional triggers when participating in this qualification and in any future employment in this field.
TAFE NSW is committed to meeting the learning needs of every community. Meeting these needs can mean there are additional entry requirements at different campus locations. Check your preferred location for further requirements. If you need help preparing for study, contact us to find out how we can support you.
Pathways Future career and study options
Career pathways.
Our graduates go onto roles like:
Youth Worker
Youth Workers assist young people as individuals or groups to solve social, emotional and financial problems in an agency framework.
Full-time share Full-time workers usually work 35 hours or more a week (in all their jobs combined).
Employment size employment size is the number of workers who do this as their main job..
4,400 workers
Average age This is the average age of all workers in this job.
Weekly pay median earnings are shown for full-time, non-managerial employees paid at the adult rate, before tax or any amounts that are salary sacrificed. these figures are a guide to earnings only and should not be used to determine a wage rate., average full-time the average full-time hours that people in this role work each week., skill level rating skill level ratings are based on the range and complexity of job roles. in general, the higher the skill level, the more formal education and training, previous experience or on-the-job training needed to be good at the job., gender share, future growth the department of employment, skills, small and family business estimates the likely change in number of workers in this role, or industry, over the next 5 years. future growth is the likely percentage change compared to all other job roles..
Strong Growth
Study pathways
Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:
Previous study 2 Courses
Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.
- Certificate II in Community Services
- Certificate III in Community Services
Further study 2 Courses
Advance your skills to take your career to the next level
- Diploma of Youth Work
- Diploma of Community Services
Related study 0 Courses
Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.
The Certificate IV in Youth Work does not have any related courses.
Your experience counts
At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.
Units Units taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate IV in Youth Work qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 18 units of competency , including 14 core and 4 speciality units.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances CHCYTH010-UNGRADED
Work within a community development framework chccde003, respond to critical situations chcyth004, work effectively with young people in the youth work context chcyth002, tafe nsw offers packaged specialty units.
Specialty units are packaged by TAFE NSW to customise your qualification and ensure you are ready to meet the demands of industry.
Work effectively in child protection to support children, young people and families CHCPRT004
Provide primary residential care chcprt009, develop, implement and review sexual and reproductive health education programs chcedu004, support group activities chcgrp001, tafe nsw services facilities and support.
TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.
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- On campus Attend a specific TAFE NSW campus and learn in a face-to-face environment
- Online Complete your course online and be supported with online study materials that are accessible 24hours a day, seven days a week.
- Combination Gain your qualification by learning through a combination of on campus, online and workplace training.
- Virtual classroom on campus Connect with your teacher and other students in real-time via web-conferencing at scheduled class times. You may be required to attend campus for some units.
- Virtual classroom off campus Connect with your teacher and other students in real-time via web-conferencing at scheduled class times.
- Workplace Workplace training is undertaken at your place of employment or in a simulated workplace environment.
Schedule Refine results by pace and number of hours.
- Full time 16 hours or more per week.
- Part time Up to 15 hours per week.
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Duration Total time required to complete a course.
- Community Services
Certificate IV in Youth Work
National Code: CHC40413 TAFE SA Code: TP00644
Description
This course reflects the role of workers who develop and facilitate programs for young people through a range of community-based programs designed to address the social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs of young people.
Full Time or Part Time equivalent
Locations & Applications
Application Information
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Day Classes
Evening Classes
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Course Admission Requirements
- Completion of the Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) and
- Either any Certificate III or higher or SACE Completion or equivalent
Existing Worker Applications
- Evidence of current paid employment/volunteer work in a direct intervention role with young people 10 – 25 years of age in a community services role for a period of 12 months or more
Average cost per semester
Total fees for the 12 month course.
This course is part of the Fee Free TAFE initiative . Fee Free TAFE and vocational education is a joint initiative of the Australian and South Australian Governments providing tuition-free training places to students wanting to train, retrain or upskill. The eligibility check below is an indication only and does not confirm your eligibility status. Eligibility verification will take place before the enrolment process and will include participation in a Language, Literacy and Numeracy pre-assessment .
Important Information
- Note: This existing worker program is specifically aimed at Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and work experience which is set to a ten-week process. You must be able to receive RPL for all units of competency for the qualification. If you are not granted RPL for any of the units of competency for the qualification, you will be referred to blended study or other course options. You will be contacted by TAFE SA to verify employment status before offers are made.
- Students will be required to attend a localised industry specific setting for work placement (100 hours).
- For participation in this qualification, students will be required to obtain a clearance from the Department of Human Services at their expense. For more information please go https://screening.sa.gov.au/types-of-check/working-with-children-check
Help with Fees
Upfront payment.
Each semester, fees can be paid online with VISA or Mastercard or at an Australia Post outlet.
Payment Plan
If you have difficulty paying your fees upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.
Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered
Employment outcomes.
Youth work may be undertaken through employment in community, government and youth sector agencies.
Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.
Qualifications & Skills Covered
Certificate IV in Youth Work (CHC40413) This qualification covers communication, working with diverse people, group activities, legal and ethical requirements, mental health, critical situations and workplace safety. To complete the qualification you are required to complete all 14 core units and 4 elective units.
Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.
Course Units
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Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.
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Certificate IV in Youth Work Course Code CHC40413
Full time 1 year
July, February
This course is not available for International Students
The Certificate IV in Youth Work will provide you with the skills and knowledge to enable you to support and engage with young people at risk, as a youth worker.
Career opportunities, include:
- youth worker
- recreational youth activities worker (youth)
- community development worker (youth)
- crisis accommodation support worker (youth)
- residential youth worker
- youth outreach
- youth support worker
- youth welfare worker (Schools)
Pathways to further study:
- CHC50413 Diploma of Youth Work
- CHC52015 Diploma in Community Services.
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The course will provide skills and training in listening and understanding young people's problems and counselling them around the areas they are struggling with.
You'll learn the skills to interact and work with the families and guardians of children and teens, to arrive at the best possible outcomes for your young client’s welfare.
The course will teach you: - to understand and work with a variety of cultural perspectives, and promote the health and safety of young people living in these communities. - key relationship and trust building skills. - how to assess young people, respond to their needs and link them in with services that will assist them and meet their needs. - encourage youth participation, and help young people to connect with people and communities that will have a positive and healthy impact on their lives. - how to respond to critical situations, and work with youth who are experiencing or are at risk of homelessness. - understand, work with and support young people struggling with mental health issues.
After building foundation skills in semester one, semester two will see you complete a project that will take you out of the classroom and provide you with an opportunity to work directly with young people.
Supported by our qualified teachers with youth work experience, you will participate in running group sessions to help engage and build rapport with young people.
Course structure
Timetable: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, 9.30am - 3.30pm It runs for one year and will give you the opportunity to pathway into the Diploma of Youth Work for one semester.
Classes are delivered face to face over 3 days per week with some requirement for online learning using our eLearning platform.
The course consists of 14 core and four elective units which have been chosen based on feedback from industry. It runs for one year and will give you the opportunity to pathway into the Diploma of Youth Work for one semester.
Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.
Entry requirements
Students must be 18 years of age at course commencement and are required to produce a valid Working with Children Check and a satisfactory National Police Check prior to commencement of the course.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.
Applicants will need to be able to obtain a valid Working with Children Check, a National Police Check, and you may be required to apply for an NDIS Worker Screening Check prior to course commencement.
COVID-19 vaccination requirements Please refer to our coronavirus update page to view current vaccine requirements.
Recognition of prior learning
You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.
Qualification and recognition
On completion, you will receive the CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work.
Connections with industry
Youth Workers provide support, information and advice to young clients on emotional, financial, recreational, health, housing and other social welfare matters. Youth Workers might also evaluate and coordinate the services of welfare and community service agencies to assist their clients. This profession employs nearly 60,000 employees Australia wide, and continues to grow solidly. Roles may range from supporting people through out -of-home care or facilitating programs in community settings.
Holmesglen has strong industry connections which allow us to organise placements with: - Salvation Army - Therapeutic Engagement Support Services Association (TESSA) - Taskforce - Ermha - Neami National - DayHab.
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Semester 1, 2023, semester 2, 2022.
Do you have the drive to make a difference in the lives of young people and a passion for helping others? This course will give you job ready skills to become a youth worker and play a key role in developing and supporting children and teens in our community, leading to better and brighter futures.
Be guided by our team of expert lecturers who are professionals in the field with extensive industry experience. Learn how to connect with a young person in need and gain insight into the problems they are facing by facilitating programs that assess behavioural, developmental, welfare and protection issues. Build the skills to work with youth at risk and help with potential solutions by offering emotional support or practical support such as arranging food and shelter. You’ll also grow your communication skills to liaise with teachers, social workers and parents and refer clients to specialists that can help further with specific issues.
Youth Work can be a rewarding career where you will need patience, sensitivity and a resilient and strong character, due to the nature of the work. Your role will focus on keeping young people safe and assisting them to develop social and emotional skills to encourage positive change.
Youth workers are in high demand and can be employed by community, government and welfare agencies in settings where children may need help such as hospitals, schools, corrective institutions, youth refuges, community centres, or drug and alcohol centres.
Complete this course and take the first step to becoming a youth worker, youth support worker or case worker. You can make a lasting impact by helping our young people in need.
Study in specialised facilities
SM TAFE campuses have training settings which represent real-life workplace situations and environments, allowing students to develop practical skills for workforce readiness. This course requires you to undertake a work placement of approximately 120 hours where you’ll be able to apply the skills and knowledge you have learned.
Gain these skills
- Develop and facilitate a range of community based programs
- Promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing
- Respond to critical situations
- Work with youth at risk
- Assist with collective action
- Work with cultural diversity
- Follow legislative and ethical requirements
- Implement orgnisational policies and guidelines
Is this course right for me?
- Can communicate well in person, written and verbally with young people
- Is able to work independently
- Shows empathy
- Is organised and able to plan
- Uses initiative and leadership skills
This course is FREE from 1 January 2023. The course fees are 100 per cent subsidised by the WA State Government for WA residents.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the free training, and other fees may apply for some courses. Please see the FAQs on our Skills Ready page for further information.
Online study is available for this course. Be sure to check the study requirements tab for information about studying this course using eCampus including study assistance and our helpful online study guide, then use the apply now link where you see the online study option.
This course requires COVID-19 vaccination, police clearance and working with children check prior to work placement. See the important information tab for instructions.
Entrance requirements
Study requirements, important information, job opportunities, further study.
This course follows on from the CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services and can be achieved within 1 semester. If you have completed the CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services course you may wish to complete the additional units in this qualification to specialise in youth work.
Study at Armadale and Murdoch includes eight units from the CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services allowing you to achieve both qualifications within 2 semesters full time. Students that have already completed the eight units in CHC42015 Certificate IV in Community Services are eligible to apply for a credit transfer to reduce the study load and overall course cost.
Students required to be at least 21 years of age. Industry have advised that work placement for under 21 year old's is unlikely therefore students would be unable to complete the qualification successfully without a work placement.
Attendance in class
You will need to attend class for 3 days a week one semester when studied full-time.
As well as the in-class component, you will need to complete approximately 7 hours of additional study each week outside of class hours, including private study, assignment preparation, and research.
You will need to have the basic technical requirements for at-home study. If you don’t have access to a computer and WiFi at home, we recommend using our library computers during library hours.
What you need for your first day of class
On your first day you should bring your SM TAFE confirmation enrolment receipt, your student ID and stationery (pen and exercise book).
Clean clothing suitable for an office work place must be worn.
Work placement
This qualification requires the completion of a work placement of approximately 120 hours.
If you live in the local area of Perth you will be assisted to find a placement if you are unable to find one.
Online study
Students completing the online study option will complete two units at a time, with progress monitored by their lecturer. This can be done at a pace suitable to you but for each group of units you have 4 months to complete, so we recommend you use our schedule provided to you at enrolment to assist you in avoiding having to re-enrol in the unit.
Students must be able to demonstrate practical skills to achieve this qualification while studying completely online. Lecturers may arrange sessions for students that wish to access face to face support.
This qualification requires the completion of a work placement in an appropriate Youth Work role of approximately 120 hours, to be arranged by yourself.
The nature of online study can involve a significant investment of time and the ability to be a focused, self-motivated learner. You should consider your personal circumstances and past study history before committing to study online. Find out more in our online study info pack below.
Online study info pack (334 KB) (PDF document - opens in a new tab)
All students enrolled in Community Services, Youth Work and Mental Health are encouraged to obtain First Aid training (HLTAID011 is preferred). On campus students will receive first aid training as a unit in the recommended study plan. Online students will need to organise and pay for the training as their own responsibility.
You may be required to obtain a Working With Children Check and National Police Clearance prior to a supervised work placement. This will depend on the organisation you arrange your work placement with.
For more information visit: https://workingwithchildren.wa.gov.au (opens in a new tab) https://www.police.wa.gov.au/Police-Direct/National-Police-Certificates (opens in a new tab)
Important COVID-19 update
This course requires you to undertake a mandatory work placement with an employer associated with an industry outlined in the COVID-19 mandatory vaccination policy. This means that you must be triple dose vaccinated prior to your work placement. For the latest information on vaccine requirements for students visit our COVID-19 update page .
- Youth Worker | Youth Officer | Youth Support Worker | Youth Liaison Officer
- Community Worker | Juvenile Justice Worker
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.
SM TAFE actively promotes the employment availability of course graduates to key industry partners and organisations. We also seek expressions of interest from organisations for the placement of our students into work experience. We endeavour to assist students into a career pathway, but please be aware that neither employment nor work experience placement is guaranteed by us.
To access free career planning and job search assistance, visit the Jobs and Skills Centres page.
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