Diploma of Youth Work - CHC50413

Course Overview

Average Course Fee: $6613

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Average Course Duration: 14 Months

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Description

This qualification reflects the role of people with responsibility for the development and the outcomes of programs and services for young people managed through a range of agencies and designed to meet the social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs of young people. This work may be undertaken through employment in community, government and welfare agencies.

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 of this course starting their first ever full-time job after graduating.

Jobs

Graduates of this course are most often employed as:

65.7%

Community and Personal Service Workers

16.1%

Professionals

6.3%

Clerical and Administrative Workers

Industries

Graduates of this course are most often employed in:

58.9%

Health Care and Social Assistance

24.2%

Education and Training

7.3%

Public Administration and Safety

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 Youth Work 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.

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Units & Packaging

Total number of units = 21

17 core units

4 elective units, of which:

at least 1 must be selected from Practice elective units

at least 1 must be selected from General elective units

up to 2 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

CHCCCS007	Develop and implement service programs
CHCCOM003	Develop workplace communication strategies
CHCCSM005	Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
CHCDEV002	Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services
CHCDIV001	Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002	Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCGRP002	Plan and conduct group activities
CHCLEG003	Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCMHS001	Work with people with mental health issues
CHCPRP001	Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
CHCPRT001	Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCYTH001	Engage respectfully with young people
CHCYTH002	Work effectively with young people in youth work context
CHCYTH008	Support young people to take collective action
CHCYTH009	Support youth programs
CHCYTH012	Manage service response to young people in crisis
HLTWHS001	Participate in work health and safety

Practice electives

CHCYTH005	Develop and implement procedures to enable young people to address their needs
CHCYTH010	Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances

General electives

CHCCCS004	Assess co-existing needs
CHCCCS027	Visit client residence
CHCCDE008	Support community action
CHCCDE009	Develop and support community leadership
CHCCDE012	Work within organisation and government structures to enable community development outcomes
CHCCCS016	Respond to client needs
CHCEDU004	Develop, implement and review sexual and reproductive health education programs
CHCPOL002	Develop and implement policy
CHCVOL003	Recruit, induct and support volunteers
CHCYTH006	Work with young people to establish support networks
CHCYTH007	Undertake youth work in specific communities
BSBLED805	Plan and implement a mentoring program
BSBRES401	Analyse and present research information
PSPPM504A	Carry out complex project activities

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