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- Learning MethodOnline + Work Placement
- IntakesStart anytime
- LocationsAustralia Wide
- Duration24 Months
Please note that Open Colleges is a private institution and not a government TAFE organisation. Some private institutions offer the similar courses and Nationally Recognised Training, and some do not. Please ensure you verify this after enquiring.
Course Overview
Accreditation: Nationally Recognised Qualification
Career Outcomes:
- Case Manager
- Program Manager
- Senior Youth Worker
The Diploma of Youth Work is the preferred industry qualification for the youth services industry in Australia.
Throughout the Diploma of Youth Work, you’ll learn how to work with diverse groups of young people. Skills in case management and program and activity planning are a focus of this course. The course will teach you how to identify young people at risk, and how to address legal and ethical issues. You’ll also receive basic training counselling, and how to work with individuals struggling with mental health issues.
There is a mandatory work placement requirement of a minimum of 160 hours for this course. Please enquire now for a Course Guide for more details on the work placement requirements.
Upon completion of this course, you will be issued with a CHC50413 Diploma of Youth Work by Open Colleges (RTO: 90796).
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Job Outcomes
- Case Manager
- Coordinator youth and family services
- Coordinator youth services
- Program Manager
- Senior Case Worker
- Senior Youth Worker
- Youth Team Leader
Prerequisite & Entry Criteria
General Requirements
There are no mandated education entry requirements for this qualification.
However, to successfully complete this course, it is recommended that students
- Be over 18 years of age
- Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensure the ability to read and comprehend technical terms and communicate effectively through email. These skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete year 12
- Have access to a modern computer with high-speed internet
- Basic computing skills including the ability to make a short video
Physical Requirements
- Learners must have a basic level of physical fitness as the role may involve a variety of tasks that require a moderate amount of physical activity, such as providing direct assistance to clients with daily living, participating in social and recreational activities and managing a crisis.
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid requires learners to undertake Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) continuously for a minimum of 2 minutes while kneeling on the floor.
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Subjects
Module 1: Introduction to the youth work sector
| CHCYTH002 | Work effectively with young people in the youth work context |
| CHCYTH001 | Engage respectfully with young people |
Module 2: Legal responsibilities
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
| CHCLEG003 | Manage legal and ethical compliance |
Module 3: First aid
| HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid |
Module 4: Working with youth at risk
| CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk |
| CHCYTH012 | Manage service response to young people in crisis |
Module 5: Diversity, social and cultural inclusion
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCDEV002 | Analyse impacts of sociological factors on clients in community work and services |
Module 6: Assessment, mental health and services
| CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCYTH010 | Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances |
| CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs |
Module 7: Service provision
| CHCGRP002 | Plan and conduct group activities |
| CHCCSM005 | Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management |
| CHCCSL001 | Establish and confirm the counselling relationship |
Module 8: Collective action and service programs
| CHCCCS007 | Develop and implement service programs |
| CHCYTH009 | Support youth programs |
| CHCYTH008 | Support young people to take collective action |
Module 9: Developing networks
| CHCCOM003 | Develop workplace communication strategies |
| CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships |
Module 10: Work Placement
| Structured Workplace Learning |
Fees
PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run Registered Training Organisation (RTO), not government-run like a TAFE. Therefore, Open Colleges cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.
Fees for this course depend on the payment method and any existing promotions available with Open Colleges.
Always remember to enquire about any:
- Discounts
- Payment Plans
which may be available.
About the Institution
Open Colleges (RTO 90796) is an Australian education market leader with over 125 years of experience. Now an online learning market leader, Open Colleges focuses on supporting individuals to learn at their own pace.