Certificate IV in Youth Work

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National code: CHC40413 Certificate (TAFE) Hawthorn Send me a link to this course

Ready to make a difference to a young person’s life? The Certificate IV in Youth Work gives you the skills and knowledge to support young people. You’ll graduate ready to develop and implement programs that address their social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs.

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Duration

1 year full-time

Intakes

Hawthorn (August) - View application and start dates

Study mode

Full-time

VTAC course code

3400211194
Hawthorn (fee type determined by provider)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

The Certificate IV in Youth Work is ideal for those who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.

You'll gain the skills and knowledge to develop and implement programs that address their social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs, whilst fostering community engagement and participation.

Study areas include: community development frameworks; Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural safety; supporting young people; responding to family violence and homelessness; and legal and ethical compliance.

Course structure

To be awarded this qualification, students will need to complete 18 units, including 14 core and four electives and successfully complete a practical placement of 120 hours.

Units of study

Core units

Work within a community development framework (CHCCDE003)

Use communication to build relationships (CHCCOM002)

Work with diverse people (CHCDIV001)

Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety (CHCDIV002)

Plan and conduct group activities (CHCGRP002)

Work legally and ethically (CHCLEG001)

Work with people with mental health issues (CHCMHS001)

Identify and respond to children and young people at risk (CHCPRT001)

Engage respectfully with young people (CHCYTH001)

Work effectively with young people in youth work context (CHCYTH002)

Support young people to create opportunities in their lives (CHCYTH003)

Respond to critical situations (CHCYTH004)

Provide services for young people appropriate to the needs and circumstances (CHCYTH010)

Participate in workplace health and safety (HLTWHS001)

Elective units

Confirm client developmental status (CHCDEV001)

Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence (CHCDFV001)

Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness (CHCSOH001)

Communicate and work in health or community services (CHCCOM005)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives and graduate skills.

Career opportunities

You could go on to work for a range of organisations that provide services to young people in both government and non-government agencies including educational settings, local councils, youth justice settings, residential care facilities, community organisations and school support programs.

Aims and objectives

The course aims to provide graduates with the skills, knowledge and values to work effectively with young people in a range of services.

Graduate skills

On completion of this qualification, graduates will be expected to be able to design and deliver programs that address the social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs of young people.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

Free TAFE! You could have your tuition fees for this course covered in 2020 thanks to the Victorian Government's Free TAFE for Priority Courses initiative. Find out about your eligibility for Free TAFE.

Certificate IV in Youth Work Estimated course fees for 2020*
You will need to pay this amount	Fully covered	$2,700	$11,810

Estimated course fees for 2020*

For students who are granted a Free TAFE place

For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

You will need to pay this amount

Fully covered

$2,700

$11,810

Skills First
If you’re deemed eligible, you could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

This course is delivered with state government funding.

Alternative study methods

2020 rate*	Estimated total cost of the course	Estimated cost of the course per year (for full-time students)
Concession	$540	$540

Indicative nominal course hours: 1,030.

Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted for this course, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.

Concession rates on tuition fees

Concessions provide eligible students with a discount on Swinburne’s standard tuition fees for a range of vocational education (TAFE) qualifications. You may be eligible for a concession rate on tuition fees if you:

are eligible for a government-subsidised training place in a Certificate I–IV; OR
identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are eligible for a government-subsidised training place in a TAFE certificate, diploma or advanced diploma.

Find out more about fees.

Entry requirements

Applicants require a minimum of completion of Year 12 or equivalent

Non school leavers without formal qualifications are welcome to apply.

Additional requirements

The following additional criteria for entry apply for this course:

Over the age of 18 years old
Have a valid Working With Children Check (or be prepared to obtain this prior to placements)
Have a valid Police Check (or be prepared to obtain this prior to placements)
Literacy and Numeracy: Applicants will need to demonstrate literacy and numeracy competencies.

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.

Find out more

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Tel: 1300 SWINBURNE

Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059