Diploma of Youth Work

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Gain advanced skills and change lives in the rewarding field of youth work

Course code

CHC50421

Delivery location

Dandenong

International

Not available for International students

Length

Full Time, 2 years.

Start dates

10 February, 28 July

• Timetable

  Monday 9am-4pm on campus (Dandenong), Tuesday and Thursday 6pm-9pm online (remote evening via Zoom). Please note, delivery days for this course may be subject to change.
  
  • Days per week: 1, 2 evenings
  • Hours per day: 6 + 3 evenings
  • Expected hours of self-directed learning per week: 8
  
  Learning is conducted partially in-person and partially online or remote.

• Study units

  Unit code	Unit Description
  CHCDEV005	Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services
  CHCCCS007	Develop and implement service programs
  CHCCCS004	Assess co-existing needs
  CHCYTH013	Engage respectfully with young people
  CHCCSM013	Facilitate and review case management
  HLTWHS003	Maintain workplace health and safety
  CHCLEG003	Manage legal and ethical compliance
  CHCSOH013	Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness
  CHCPRP001	Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
  CHCYTH022	Provide services for the needs and circumstances of young people
  CHCYTH021	Support youth programs
  CHCGRP002	Plan and conduct group activities
  CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues
  CHCDFV001	Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
  CHCPRT025	Identify and report children and young people at risk
  CHCCOM002	Use communication to build relationships
  CHCYTH014	Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
  CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people.
  CHCYTH024	Manage service response to young people in crisis
  CHCDIV002	Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
  CHCYTH015	Support young people to create opportunities in their lives

• 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.

  Cognitive/Emotional: Students will need to have resilience and coping strategies in place to manage the potential topics of the course which may present a challenge. Triggers could occur from course content or role play scenarios. It is suggested that those with a lived experience of mental health, AOD, and family violence, should be aware of potential triggers when undertaking CHC50421 Diploma of Youth Work and access available supports through Student Services.
  
  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 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 3 (working level 4)
  • Numeracy: Exit level 2 (working 3)

• Practical placement

  220 hours practical placements are completed via camps, schools and youth agencies.

  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 a community services environment.
  • And a NDIS Workers Screeners check may be required for some placement opportunities.

• 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	Diploma of Youth Work	Bachelor Of Community Mental Health, Alcohol And Other Drugs	Associate Degree Of Psychology	Bachelor Of Psychology
  Possible job outcome	youth worker	welfare coordinator psychosocial rehabilitation worker dual diagnosis practitioner mental health worker	psychiatric technician social services specialist career counsellor case manager	psychiatric technician case manager rehabilitation specialist social services specialist

• Fees

  Tuition fees* (GST exempt)

  Fees

  Fee Type	Fee Amount	Select
  Free TAFE	FREE	freeAmount
  Concession	Not available	ConcessionAmount
  Government subsidised	$11,112	GovernmentSubsidisedAmount
  Full fee paying	$21,284	FullfeeAmount
  Mandatory other fees** (GST inclusive)
  Materials	$130	MaterialFeeAmount
  And one of: Student services – concession (annual) OR	Not available	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

  Scholarships

  Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find out how to apply for a scholarship. 

  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.

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