Certificate IV In Youth Work

Timetable

Please note: Days and times may be subject to change.

Dandenong
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 9am – 4pm
Thursday 9am – 12pm.

• Days per week: 2-3.5
• Hours per day: 6
• Expected hours of self-directed learning per week: 10.5

All learning is conducted in person on campus.

Study units

Unit code	Unit Description
CHCYTH013	Engage respectfully with young people
CHCCCS009	Facilitate responsible behaviour
HLTWHS001	Participate in workplace health and safety
CHCGRP002	Plan and conduct group activities
CHCDIV002	Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCDFV001	Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
CHCYTH022	Provide services for the needs and circumstances of young people
CHCPRT025	Identify and report children and young people at risk
CHCYTH016	Respond to critical situations
CHCPRT033	Provide support to children and youth in out-of-home care
CHCYTH015	Support young people to create opportunities in their lives
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people.
CHCLEG001	Work legally and ethically
CHCYTH014	Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues
CHCMHS007	Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCCOM002	Use communication to build relationships

Assessment methods

• Observation
• Questioning or Test/Quiz
• Project
• Presentation
• Portfolio
• Report/Essay

Admission requirements

• Minimum age requirement: 18

Inherent requirements

Our inherent requirements are a guide to help you decide if a course is right for you.

If you are a student with a disability, long-term illness, mental health condition or are a primary carer of an individual with a disability, you can apply for support through our Equitable Learning and Disability Support team.

Good observation skills:
Students need to be able to notice changes in behaviour in young people and children, including nonverbal cues (facial expression, body language).
Ability to work in challenging situations:
Be able to work with young people with complex needs and trauma, young people who may display mild to complex mental health concerns and young people who may display violent or aggressive behaviour.

Good communication and interpersonal skills:
Students need to have the ability to communicate effectively with a range of young people from various backgrounds, be able to listen attentively, have the ability to read and understand written information and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

Good cognitive/ intellectual skills:
Students need to be able to gather an understanding of the course requirements and have the ability to organise information, to use judgement and basic problem solving skills, have an open mind, understand other perspectives and opinions and respect all other learners.
Good behavioural skills and social skills:
Students must be able to demonstrate professional behaviour, be in control of their emotions at all times, respect personal and professional boundaries and take responsibility for own learning.

Good planning and developing skills:
Students need to have the ability to use initiative and be self-directed in designing and developing programs, have the ability to work independently and within a group work setting, and be able to conduct research.

The course includes discussions regarding mental health, alcohol and other drugs and family violence. You may find exposure to the content distressing and may possibly find these trigger past traumatic events. If this is a possibility, you should consider putting additional supports in place prior to commencing the course.

The Student Enquiry and Enrolment Services team may refer the applicant to the Community and Social Services Department to assess the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the course if required.

Language, literacy and numeracy

You are required to complete a language, literacy and numeracy skills test before course commencement. This will determine course suitability and if you may need additional support.

We use an approved online skills review tool to determine your language, literacy and numeracy skills within the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).

Below are the levels required for this course:

• Language and literacy: Exit level 2 (working level 3)
• Numeracy: Exit level 2 (working level 3)

Practical placement

You will need to complete a minimum of 80 hours of practical placement to successfully complete the course.

Although the CHC40421 Certificate IV Youth Work has no mandatory hours of placement attached the below units:

Required to be demonstrated in the workplace.
• CHCPRT033 Provide support to children and youth in out-of-home care.

Included from industry consultation feedback:
• CHCYTH013 Engage respectfully with young people.
• CHCYTH014 Work effectively with young people in youth work context.

Students are encouraged to identify an appropriate workplace to complete placement with the support of Educators and the Placement Coordinator. Placement must be formalised by an agreement signed by the host organisation.

An NDIS Workers Screen Check may be required for the placement.

Documentation or licences required for practical placement

You must:
• Hold a valid Working with Children Check (volunteer or employee) for the duration of the program.
• Hold a valid National Police Record Check. If you believe there would be a disclosable issue on your National Police Check, a confidential conversation will be required before enrolment to determine suitability for work within the healthcare environment.

Simulated work environment

During the course all students will need to participate in simulated role plays reflecting real work environments. Students will be required to take on the role of a youth worker and may be required to play a young person. Role play scenarios may involve:
• Challenging situations including threats, violence and behaviours of concern
• Working through mental health concerns
• Providing information, support and referral
• Crisis intervention and conflict resolution
• Family violence situations
• Abuse and neglect

Dress code for students undertaking this course is comfortable casual however, as youth work operates in a broad context with diverse young people, students are expected to take into consideration the below dress code standards when on campus and/or placement:
• Avoiding revealing clothing
• Refraining from clothing that may display offensive language or images
• Students may be required and expected to wear a Chisholm provided polo t-shirt while on placement

Course and career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate IV In Youth Work
Possible job outcome	youth worker

Fees

Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

Fees
Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
Free TAFE	FREE	freeAmount
Concession	$970	ConcessionAmount
Government subsidised	$4,850	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
Full fee paying	$13,580	FullfeeAmount
Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
Materials	$105	MaterialFeeAmount
And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	$135	studentservicefeewithConcession
Student services - no concession (annual)	$270	studentservicefeewithnoConcession

Total fees

*Student tuition fees are correct at time of publishing and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note: Fees will be subject to change if the course runs over two or more calendar years. Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.
**You are required to pay additional fees for materials and support services, not covered by your tuition fees. This may include things like learning resources, personal protective equipment/clothing, and vary depending on the course you study. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Please note: You will also be required to pay the Student Services fee for each year of enrolment.

Help with fees

Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

Government-subsidised training

Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. Students with a disability are encouraged to apply for this course using Skills First funding.

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Place young people and their interests first and make a difference in their lives

Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)