CHC40413

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Kick start your career in youth work with this intermediate-level course that will equip you with the skills to start working with young people in the community sooner.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Gold Coast Sunshine Coast Darling Downs and South West Far North Queensland North Queensland

WAYS TO STUDY On campus Online Apprenticeships and traineeships

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

Fee-Free TAFE

Concession

$1,515

Subsidised

$1,515

Full Fee

$6,930

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Course overview

Start working with young people in the community with this mid-level qualification. This course will give you the specialised skills and knowledge to work in a variety of settings.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the number of people working in community and welfare support is expected to grow strongly over the next five years. This large occupation has strong job prospects with around 30,000 job openings anticipated over the next five years.

This course will give you the skills to work with diverse people, plan and run group activities, and to respond to crisis situations. Our highly-experienced teaching staff are leaders in their field and will give you the one-on-one guidance needed to succeed in your studies.

Successful completion of this course will qualify you to be employed as a youth worker in a number of settings, including neighbourhood centres, residential settings, migrant support services, and with at risk young people. It will also give you the core skills needed to pursue further studies.

What can I do?

Indigenous Support Worker
Intervention and support programs with young people and their families
Child Safety Support Officer
Youth justice youth worker
Youth worker / program support officer in community based programs supporting children, young people and families experiencing mental health, domestic
Child and youth residential care worker
Youth mental health and disability youth worker
School based youth support officer
Neighbourhood centre programs including parenting programs worker / case worker
Program support worker with children, young people and their families

Course outcome:

CHC40413 Certificate IV in Youth Work

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What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 4 elective units from the list below. You will also be required to undertake 100 hours of vocational placement in an approved setting.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CHCCDE003

Work within a community development framework

UNIT CODE :
CHCCDE003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work within a community development framework. A community development framework, may include a range of methods designed to strengthen and develop communities by enhancing individual and group capacity to confidently engage with community structures and to address problems and issues.
UNIT NAME
Work within a community development framework

UNIT CODE
CHCCOM002

Use communication to build relationships

UNIT CODE :
CHCCOM002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge to apply specific communication techniques to establish, build and maintain relationships with clients, colleagues and other stakeholders based on respect and trust.
UNIT NAME
Use communication to build relationships

UNIT CODE
CHCDIV001

Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIV001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work respectfully with people from diverse social and cultural groups and situations, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.
UNIT NAME
Work with diverse people

UNIT CODE
CHCDIV002

Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

UNIT CODE :
CHCDIV002

Unit description :

The unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety issues in the workplace, model cultural safety in own work practice, and develop strategies to enhance cultural safety.
UNIT NAME
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

UNIT CODE
CHCGRP002

Plan and conduct group activities

UNIT CODE :
CHCGRP002

Unit description :
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to establish, lead and participate in a groups using a collaborative, strengths-based approach.
UNIT NAME
Plan and conduct group activities

UNIT CODE
CHCLEG001

Work legally and ethically

UNIT CODE :
CHCLEG001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify and work within the legal and ethical frameworks that apply to an individual job role.
UNIT NAME
Work legally and ethically

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS001

Work with people with mental health issues

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish relationships, clarify needs, and then work collaboratively with people who are living with mental health issues.
UNIT NAME
Work with people with mental health issues

UNIT CODE
CHCPRT001

Identify and respond to children and young people at risk

UNIT CODE :
CHCPRT001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to support and protect children and young people who are at risk of harm. This work occurs within legislative and policy frameworks and carries a duty of care responsibility.
UNIT NAME
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk

UNIT CODE
CHCYTH001

Engage respectfully with young people

UNIT CODE :
CHCYTH001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to communicate effectively with young people (aged 12 to 25 years) in work roles with a specific focus on young people.
UNIT NAME
Engage respectfully with young people

UNIT CODE
CHCYTH002

Work effectively with young people in the youth work context

UNIT CODE :
CHCYTH002

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work in the youth work context. The unit focuses on historical and contemporary youth sector practice and understanding of the current status of young people.
UNIT NAME
Work effectively with young people in the youth work context

UNIT CODE
CHCYTH003

Support young people to create opportunities in their lives

UNIT CODE :
CHCYTH003

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to assist young people to identify the challenges and opportunities in their lives and to work towards their goals on an individual or group level.
UNIT NAME
Support young people to create opportunities in their lives

UNIT CODE
CHCYTH004

Respond to critical situations

UNIT CODE :
CHCYTH004

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to maintain safety through effective response to potential or actual critical situations.
UNIT NAME
Respond to critical situations

UNIT CODE
CHCYTH010

Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances

UNIT CODE :
CHCYTH010

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide guidance and role models to young people and their families to maintain positive and supportive relationships, while identifying problems and establishing goals for change based on maintaining support from family and the general community.
UNIT NAME
Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances

UNIT CODE
HLTWHS001

Participate in workplace health and safety

UNIT CODE :
HLTWHS001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required for workers to participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others. The unit applies to all workers who require knowledge of workplace health and safety (WHS) to carry out their own work, either under direct supervision or with some individual responsibility.
UNIT NAME
Participate in workplace health and safety

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

Sunshine Coast

Sunshine Coast

UNIT CODE
CHCAOD001

Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE :
CHCAOD001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and work within the current context, philosophy and values of the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector.
UNIT NAME
Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS016

Respond to client needs

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS016

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to respond holistically to client needs. Clients may have a range of issues outside and in addition to the area of immediate focus or expertise of the worker and their organisation.
UNIT NAME
Respond to client needs

UNIT CODE
CHCDFV001

Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence

UNIT CODE :
CHCDFV001

Unit description :
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to identify and respond to the needs of clients who may be experiencing domestic and family violence, including responding to immediate intervention and support needs.
UNIT NAME
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence

UNIT CODE
CHCLLN001

Respond to client language, literacy and numeracy needs

UNIT CODE :
CHCLLN001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to identify situations where client language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills may be impeding access to services, to adjust service delivery, and to refer appropriately to improve client outcomes.
UNIT NAME
Respond to client language, literacy and numeracy needs

Gold Coast

Gold Coast

UNIT CODE
CHCAOD001

Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE :
CHCAOD001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and work within the current context, philosophy and values of the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector.
UNIT NAME
Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS016

Respond to client needs

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS016

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to respond holistically to client needs. Clients may have a range of issues outside and in addition to the area of immediate focus or expertise of the worker and their organisation.
UNIT NAME
Respond to client needs

UNIT CODE
CHCDFV001

Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence

UNIT CODE :
CHCDFV001

Unit description :
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to identify and respond to the needs of clients who may be experiencing domestic and family violence, including responding to immediate intervention and support needs.
UNIT NAME
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence

UNIT CODE
CHCSOH001

Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

UNIT CODE :
CHCSOH001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to work with people who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless, including women and children experiencing family violence.
UNIT NAME
Work with people experiencing or at risk of homelessness

Darling Downs and South West / North and Far North Queensland

Darling Downs and South West / North and Far North Queensland

UNIT CODE
CHCAOD001

Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE :
CHCAOD001

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to establish and work within the current context, philosophy and values of the alcohol and other drugs (AOD) sector.
UNIT NAME
Work in an alcohol and other drugs context

UNIT CODE
CHCCCS016

Respond to client needs

UNIT CODE :
CHCCCS016

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to respond holistically to client needs. Clients may have a range of issues outside and in addition to the area of immediate focus or expertise of the worker and their organisation.
UNIT NAME
Respond to client needs

UNIT CODE
CHCDFV001

Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence

UNIT CODE :
CHCDFV001

Unit description :
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to identify and respond to the needs of clients who may be experiencing domestic and family violence, including responding to immediate intervention and support needs.
UNIT NAME
Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence

UNIT CODE
CHCMHS007

Work effectively in trauma informed care

UNIT CODE :
CHCMHS007

Unit description :

This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to practice and contribute to the continuous improvement of trauma informed care within a service.
UNIT NAME
Work effectively in trauma informed care

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

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You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	On Campus	10 Jul 2023	1 year	Full time up to 3 days per week	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 More Apply
South Bank On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 10 Jul 2023 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time up to 3 days per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Springfield	On campus with some online	10 Jul 2023	1 year	Full time 1.5 days on campus per week plus 120 hours of vocational placement	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 More Apply
Springfield On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 40% On Campus Time 60% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 10 Jul 2023 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 1.5 days on campus per week plus 120 hours of vocational placement The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Springfield	On campus with some online	22 Jan 2024	1 year	Full time 1.5 days on campus per week plus 120 hours of vocational placement	Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 More Apply
Springfield On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 40% On Campus Time 60% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Jan 2024 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 1.5 days on campus per week plus 120 hours of vocational placement The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Toowoomba	On campus with some online	10 Jul 2023	1 year	Full time 1.5 days on campus per week plus 120 hours of vocational placement	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 More Apply
Toowoomba On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 40% On Campus Time 60% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 10 Jul 2023 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 1.5 days on campus per week plus 120 hours of vocational placement The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Toowoomba	On campus with some online	22 Jan 2024	1 year	Full time 1.5 days on campus per week plus 120 hours of vocational placement	Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 More Apply
Toowoomba On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 40% On Campus Time 60% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 22 Jan 2024 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time 1.5 days on campus per week plus 120 hours of vocational placement The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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STUDY MODE	START DATES	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Online virtual classroom	10 Jul 2023	1 year	Full time - up to 4 x 1 hour weekly Zoom sessions, plus 100 hours of vocational placement	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 More Apply
Online virtual classroom Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 10 Jul 2023 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time - up to 4 x 1 hour weekly Zoom sessions, plus 100 hours of vocational placement The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Southport)	10 Jul 2023	1 year	Full time plus 100 hours of vocational placement	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 More Apply
Online with on campus practical training (Southport) Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 60% On Campus Time 40% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 10 Jul 2023 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 1 year The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Full time plus 100 hours of vocational placement The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Self-paced Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Online virtual classroom	11 Jul 2023	up to 2 years	Part time 2x Zoom classes plus 100 hours of vocational placement Tuesday,Thursday	Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 More Apply
Online virtual classroom Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 100% On Campus Time 0% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 11 Jul 2023 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. up to 2 years The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 2x Zoom classes plus 100 hours of vocational placement Tuesday,Thursday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY Fee-Free TAFE: $0 Concession: $1,515 Subsidised: $1,515 Full fee: $6,930 Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). Yes Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online and vocational placement The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Springfield	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	Online

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Mooloolaba	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	Online

CAMPUS	APPRENTICESHIP / TRAINEESHIPS	DELIVERY MODE
Toowoomba	Traineeship	WORKPLACE	DROP IN DAYS	BLOCK TRAINING	DAY RELEASE	MOBILE VAN	Online

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Certificate IV in Youth Work (CHC40413)

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Certificate IV in Youth Work

COURSE CODE: CHC40413

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

Greater Brisbane Region

Online with on campus practical training (South Bank): Only available to students who are in the Greater Brisbane area and willing and able to participate in industry vocational placement within 50km of the Brisbane CBD.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

If applicable, you will be provided with a recommended reading list and/or required textbooks during orientation or at the start of each unit. The purchase of these resources may incur additional costs, or you may be able to borrow them from the TAFE Queensland library network.

You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. For placement this includes having access to and wearing appropriate attire including black or navy pants and fully enclosed shoes. You may also be required to purchase TAFE Queensland branded uniform items (including a polo shirt). If this applies, further details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation.

You are also required to purchase a USB drive.

Placement

For all students who are undertaking courses that include Vocational Placements in a high risk workplace, Queensland Health has directed that students must declare your COVID-19 Vaccination status and evidence to either TAFE Queensland or the placement provider.

If you are not currently employed in industry, during your course you will be required to complete Vocational Placement so you can start practising your new skills in a real-world environment. You’ll be required to work shifts determined by your placement provider. TAFE Queensland will be able to assist in arranging suitable placements.

Completing placement is compulsory, and you will be expected to manage family and work commitments in order to complete your shifts. You are required to complete 100 hours of placement to satisfy this component of your qualification.

Prior to Placement, students will need to complete and provide evidence of the following checks:

• Students must complete their online NDIS Worker Screening Clearance application at this link - NDIS Worker Screening Unit (WSU) and nominate TAFE Queensland (as their employer). There is no cost to students. TAFE Queensland can then verify each student.

• Students must also complete the NDIS Worker Orientation Online Modules (4 modules/approximately 90 minutes in total). Upon completion, students will need to provide their Certificate of Completion to both TAFE Queensland and their placement provider.

• Additionally, if students work with children on Placement, they will also need a Blue Card Working with Children Check (Blue Card in Queensland).

• Please note: Students can apply for both the NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and Blue Card by completing a combined application via the NDIS Worker Screening portal noted above NDIS Worker Screening Unit (WSU).

Please note: TAFE Queensland wishes to warn you, as a Blue Card applicant, that it is an offence for a disqualified person to sign a Blue Card application. For further information regarding 'disqualified' persons, please contact Blue Card Services.

Depending on where your placement is conducted, further checks may be required and your Vocational Placement Coordinator or Teacher will discuss this with you.

Need to know

Those students who have a medical contraindication may be unable to complete the vocational placement component of their course. This means you may not be able to meet all of the requirements of your course and may not be able to graduate or receive your qualification.

Transition statement

Replacement qualification
This qualification has been replaced by CHC40421 - Certificate IV in Youth Work, as of 7 December 2022. A transition period applies to enable current students to complete their study. The transition period finishes on 6 December 2023.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

How to Apply

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If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course Disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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