Diploma of Youth Work

Course Code
CHC51408
Course Type
Accredited Course
Course Level
Skills Deepening
Course Location
Yallourn
Course Duration
Part Time: Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) only.
12 Months
Course Cost
For an individual quotation of fees payable, please visit your nearest campus of GippsTAFE. Click Here for further information regarding Fees and Charges.
Enquiries
Janine Brennan
Phone: (03) 5127 0124
Fax: 1300 094 661 
Email: janineb@gippstafe.edu.au
Post: PO Box 327, GMC 3841

Course Overview

This qualification is attainable through the RPL process only.

It is recommended for those who have worked in the youth sector for a minimum of 2 years. Students will have worked with young people through a range of issues and provided access to various service requirements.

Qualifications And Recognition

Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Diploma of Youth Work.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Many GippsTAFE courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.

Employment Prospects

Case Manager
Coordinator Youth and Family Services
Senior Case Worker
Senior Youth Worker
Youth Work Team Leader
Program Manager

Entry Requirements

Candidates must be recognised as competent through a recognised training program or recognition process, against the following compulsory units of competency from CHC41808 Certificate IV in Youth Work:
Unit

CHCCOM403A
Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCCS400A
Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCCS422A
Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately
CHCYTH401A
Engage respectfully with young people
CHCYTH402A
Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
HLTHIR403B
Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
HLTOHS300A
Contribute to OHS process

OR
Have sufficient relevant youth sector experience and knowledge to indicate likely success a the is level of qualification in a job role.

How To Apply

Direct to Institute

Opportunities For Further Study

Pathway to the Diploma of Community Services Sector

Can prospective students enrol in individual units?

Yes.

Course Structure

Units

CHCCHILD404A
Support the rights and safety of children and young people
CHCCOM504A
Develop, implement and promote effective workplace communication
CHCCS502A
Maintain legal and ethical work practices
CHCCS503A
Develop/implement and review services and programs to meet client needs
CHCCS513A
Maintain an effective community sector work environment
CHCGROUP403D
Plan and conduct group activities
CHCNET404A
Facilitate links with other services
CHCYTH504A
Support young people to take collective action
CHCYTH505D
Support youth programs
CHCYTH608C
Manage service response to young people in crisis
HLTOHS400A
Maintain OHS processes

AND one of the following units:
CHCYTH501A
Develop and implement procedures to enable young people to address their needs
CHCYTH506A
Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances

Three elective units are also to be chosen. These electives are chosen form Certificate IV level or higher.