Diploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention - CHC50313

Course Overview

Average Course Fee: $5925

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Average Course Duration: 16 Months

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Description

This qualification reflects the role of workers in residential facilities and/or non-residential settings related to child protection and family support work.

These workers:

work under limited supervision or within a team and are responsible for planning and prioritising their own work program to achieve targets

may supervise other workers

may, depending on the focus of their role, carry out activities related to improvement of personal living and emotional circumstances of a child or young person at risk

may exercise legal authorities and delegated decision-making on relevant statutory matters.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

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Student Outcomes

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Satisfied with Training

Percentage of graduates of this course who were satisfied with the training.

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates of this course who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay.

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates in the Society and Culture field starting their first ever full-time job after graduating (Diploma).

Jobs

Graduates of this course are most often employed as:

5.9%

Clerical and Administrative Workers

Industries

Graduates of this course are most often employed in:

11.7%

Public Administration and Safety

4.7%

Education and Training

All statistics are supplied by the National Centre for Vocational Education Research.

Financial Assistance

The federal, state and territory governments provide financial incentives and support for vocational education and training students to help them gain the skills required to secure and maintain rewarding and sustainable employment.

There are programs for all kinds of students; apprentices and trainees, new job starters, those re-entering the workforce, retraining for a new job or upgrading their skills for an existing job.

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Subsidised Training

The following highlighted state and territory governments dedicate funds to reduce or, in some cases, fully cover tuition fees for VET students who wish to study this course. Please check with your preferred training provider to see if you are eligible.
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VET Student Loans

This course is eligible for a VET Student Loan from the Australian Government to assist students with paying tuition fees. The maximum amount that can be loaned for this course is $11,191.

The initial debt amount (including the loan fee, if applicable) plus indexation must be paid back once the loan recipient starts earning over a certain amount. Compulsory repayment threshold information is available on the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) website.

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Career Information

Career development is the ongoing process of managing your life, learning and work. It involves developing the skills and knowledge that enable you to plan and make informed decisions about your education, training and career choices.

Community Services Career Pathway

Diploma of Child, Youth and Family Intervention is in the Society and Culture Field of Education. For more information about this kind of career, you can explore Community Services.

Stream

Child, Youth & Family Intervention

Certificate II

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Advanced Diploma

Other courses in this pathway

Stream

Early Childhood & School Age Education and Care

Community Services Work

Aged, Disability, Home and Community Care

Counselling, Mental Health, and Intervention Support

Career and Employment Services

Certificate II

Assistant Community Services Worker

Certificate III

Certificate IV

Diploma

Diversional Therapist

Advanced Diploma

Community Development Manager

Disability Services Manager

Note: Information provided as a guide only. Chart developed by the Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au). Information in this chart may be reproduced with acknowledgement of its source: "The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au/jpc) funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations".

Australian Apprenticeships

Australian Apprenticeships (also known as apprenticeships and traineeships) combine work with training in a nationally recognised qualification. Australian Apprenticeships are available to anyone of working age and offer opportunities to learn new skills and be paid in over 500 different jobs.

This qualification is available as an Australian Apprenticeship in the states and territories highlighted in blue on the map. For more information go to the Australian Apprenticeships Pathways website.

Australian Apprenticeships Pathways

Units & Packaging

Total number of units = 16

9 core units

7 elective units, of which:

at least 4 units must be selected from the listed electives

up to 3 units may be selected from any endorsed Training Packages or accredited courses relevant to the work outcome

All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

Core units

CHCCCS004	Assess co-existing needs
CHCCCS016	Respond to client needs
CHCCSM005	Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
CHCDEV003	Analyse client information for service planning and delivery
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002	Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCPRT004	Work effectively in child protection to support children, young people and families
CHCPRT006	Build professional practice and sectoral expertise
CHCPRT010	Work with children and young people with complex trauma and attachment issues and needs

Electives

CHCCOM003	Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCPRP003	Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCINM001	Meet statutory and organisation information requirements
CHCFAM003	Support people to improve relationships
CHCFAM004	Facilitate changeovers
CHCFAM005	Facilitate and monitor contact
CHCFAM006	Assist families to self-manage contact
CHCMGT005	Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues
CHCPRT011	Develop and implement a multi-agency investigation and child risk assessment strategy
CHCPRT012	Undertake and implement planning with at-risk children and young people and their families
CHCPRT014	Interact with the legal system to protect children
HLTAID011	Provide first aid

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