Diploma of Youth Work
With this qualification, you can make a difference for our future generations. Learn how to develop and manage programs for young people; promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing; respond to critical situations; work with youth at risk; assist in collective action; develop and maintain professional networks; work with cultural diversity; and more.
If you would like to work in community services as a youth worker, youth officer, or case worker, and make a difference in our future, this is the qualification for you! You'll help to improve lives, and directly contribute to putting young people at risk towards a better path.
A new version of this qualification is available here
You'll gain the knowledge and skills to communicate and work effectively in the youth sector; develop and manage programs for young people; promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing; respond to critical situations; work with youth at risk; assist in collective action; develop and maintain professional networks; work with cultural diversity; ethical behaviour and legal responsibilities; and much more.
Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
Training option
- Low fee
Industry area
- Education and Community Services
Study area
- Community Services
Course ID
- National ID: CHC50421
- WA State ID: BII9
This course is not currently available at any WA TAFE colleges.
For more information about other courses available or coming up at TAFE, use our map to locate and contact your closest TAFE campus
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
The CHC50421 Diploma of Youth Work course covers all areas that affect young people’s well-being, including their social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs. This course also identifies and explores the critical issues faced by Australia’s youth, including mental health issues, crises, children/youth at risk of harm, and family violence. To equip students to respond to these issues, the qualification focuses on reaching people through youth support programs and care services. Students in this course will learn practical skills in developing rapport and trusting relationships with young people, facilitating group activities, conducting assessments and developing individual case plans. This course also provides students with a comprehensive understanding of external agencies and support services available for assisting at-risk youth and when youth workers should utilise them during case management. Students will be required to complete 200 hours of work placement to gain exposure and coaching within a real-world setting. Students must meet the eligibility requirements and agree to the mandatory attendance requirements to apply for the Lower Fees, Local Skills subsidy. Attendance requirements for Existing Workers are: You will be considered an ‘Existing Worker’ if you work 20 or more hours for a single or multiple employers. If you are an ‘Existing Worker’, you will be required to attend class 1 day per week. Please speak to the Career Advisors or the Student Services team at TrainSmart Australia. For further information visit our website www.tsa.edu.au To pursue a rewarding career in community services, phone 1300 855 517 for details.
Delivery location
If you would like to work in community services as a youth worker, youth officer, or case worker, and make a difference in our future, this is the qualification for you! You'll help to improve lives, and directly contribute to putting young people at risk towards a better path.
A new version of this qualification is available here
You'll gain the knowledge and skills to communicate and work effectively in the youth sector; develop and manage programs for young people; promote social, emotional and physical wellbeing; respond to critical situations; work with youth at risk; assist in collective action; develop and maintain professional networks; work with cultural diversity; ethical behaviour and legal responsibilities; and much more.
Note: This course is best suited for people who already have some background or experience in this field. If you're unsure, please seek advice from the training provider to see whether this course is the right choice for you.
Completion of this nationally recognised and accredited qualification may provide credit towards a relevant higher level qualification or university degree, should you wish to pursue further study in this field.
Training option
- Low fee
Industry area
- Education and Community Services
Study area
- Community Services
Course ID
- National ID: CHC50421
- WA State ID: BII9
This course is not currently available at any WA TAFE colleges.
For more information about other courses available or coming up at TAFE, use our map to locate and contact your closest TAFE campus
This course is available from registered training organisations (accredited private training providers) that are also funded through Jobs and Skills WA. Select from the list below, and follow the link to the provider's website for further information about the course and how to enrol.
The CHC50421 Diploma of Youth Work course covers all areas that affect young people’s well-being, including their social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs. This course also identifies and explores the critical issues faced by Australia’s youth, including mental health issues, crises, children/youth at risk of harm, and family violence. To equip students to respond to these issues, the qualification focuses on reaching people through youth support programs and care services. Students in this course will learn practical skills in developing rapport and trusting relationships with young people, facilitating group activities, conducting assessments and developing individual case plans. This course also provides students with a comprehensive understanding of external agencies and support services available for assisting at-risk youth and when youth workers should utilise them during case management. Students will be required to complete 200 hours of work placement to gain exposure and coaching within a real-world setting. Students must meet the eligibility requirements and agree to the mandatory attendance requirements to apply for the Lower Fees, Local Skills subsidy. Attendance requirements for Existing Workers are: You will be considered an ‘Existing Worker’ if you work 20 or more hours for a single or multiple employers. If you are an ‘Existing Worker’, you will be required to attend class 1 day per week. Please speak to the Career Advisors or the Student Services team at TrainSmart Australia. For further information visit our website www.tsa.edu.au To pursue a rewarding career in community services, phone 1300 855 517 for details.
Delivery location
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