Certificate IV in Youth Work

CHC40421

Location

Online

Study Mode

Blended, Online, Workplace

Outcomes

Community Development Manager, Community Development Officer, Community Development Worker, Community Development Youth Worker, Indigenous Youth Worker, Recreational Youth Activities Worker, Youth and Family Services Officer, Youth Counsellor, Youth Support Worker, Youth Worker

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Qualification

Certificate IV

Awarded By

GROW Training Group

Duration

Maximum 24 months

Start Date

Enquire now for upcoming start dates

Payment Option

Payment plan, Upfront payment

This course meets the Nationally Recognised Training standards. It is listed on the Australian government's National Register for Vocational Education and Training (VET). Studying this course leads to a qualification that's recognised throughout Australia, and lets employers know that you have the right skills for the job.

How Much Will It Cost?

Payment plan

Flexible payment plans are available for this course, making it easier to invest in your future. Enquire now to find out more!

Course Rundown

If you are a compassionate person interested in a career that helps support your broader community, then this CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work qualification from GROW Training Group could be just the course you’re looking for.

Empowering the youth is an investment in our collective future. Throughout this program, you will acquire the requisite skills and knowledge to provide support in diverse circumstances, encompassing social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental, and protection-related contexts. Your role will involve aiding individuals in their transformative journey towards a more enriched and constructive life. You’ll develop the capacity to coordinate and deliver tailored programs and activities that address the unique needs of young individuals.

This Certificate IV in Youth Work program has been developed in collaboration with industry experts to ensure that your education is both comprehensive and directly relevant to the dynamic youth work sector. This qualification is ideally suited for those aspiring to assume roles responsible for shaping and overseeing programs and services geared towards young people. Over the course of your studies, you will acquire the competencies needed to support the holistic well-being of adolescents and youth aged 12 to 24, encompassing their safety, emotional resilience, and social integration.

It also involves a mandatory 80 hours of supervised work placement designed to give you the industry real world experience.

Enrolment period is 24 months. We find our students complete the qualification in varied time frames. It really does depend on your life situation and availability. The program can be completed in a much shorter time – we would recommend aiming at completing 1 unit per month.

This program is delivered in our online learner system. You do not need to come to class, however, you will need to stay connected with your Educator and attend phone and/or web meetings to complete some of the practical components of your course. eLearning allows you the flexibility of completing your course at your own pace, at times to suit work and other life commitments. You can work on your course at anytime, anywhere supported by your industry experienced educator via telephone and email no matter where you are.

Please Note: Grow Training Group operates as a privately managed Registered Training Organisation (RTO), differing from government-run institutions such as a TAFE. Consequently, Grow does not offer government funding.

Eligibility

There are no specific educational requirements for this course.

Enrolment

Enrolment in the program is for a maximum of 24 months, and students must aim to complete modules by the end of this period, or as a minimum demonstrate ongoing progression towards completion.

Resources Required
All students will need a computer, a laptop or a tablet with access to the Internet and a program that can open and edit Word documents.

FAQS

What You’ll Learn

While completing the CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work qualification from GROW Training Group, you may study the following subjects:

Core Units:

CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically
HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety
CHCCOM002 – Use communication to build relationships
CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002 – Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCYTH013 – Engage respectfully with young people
CHCYTH015 – Support young people to create opportunities in their lives
CHCYTH014 – Work effectively with young people in youth work context
CHCYTH022 – Provide services for the needs and circumstances of young people
CHCPRT025 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCYTH016 – Respond to critical situations
CHCMHS001 – Work with people with mental health issues
CHCMHS007 – Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCGRP002 – Plan and conduct group activities
CHCDFV001 – Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence

Electives:

CHCPRP001 – Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
CHCCCS009 – Facilitate responsible behaviour

Why study with GROW Training Group

Since its inception in 2017, GROW Training Group (RTO 45109) has been one of Australia’s premier providers of VET (Vocational Education and Training) courses across several fields including Community Care, Business, Accounting and Bookkeeping, Marketing, Professional and Personal skill development.

Focused on helping people thrive and grow personally and career-wise, GROW Training Group prides itself on delivering exceptional value, flexible access, and support you can count on.

GROW’s team is committed to ensuring that students complete their qualifications in the optimum amount of time, and graduate with all the skills and confidence they need to progress in their chosen career fields.
When you study with Grow you will be provided real-life learning outcomes and job-ready skills supported by a trainer that has extensive experience and expertise in the course content and industry sector to ensure you have a successful learning journey.

In addition to your trainer, the student services team provides you with ongoing support throughout the course for all administrative functions and any issues you may encounter.

Student Support

At GROW, they appreciate learning can be an isolated experience for some students. To assist you in communicating with trainers and other students, all students have the option to join the GROW Facebook support group. This group can be a positive experience enabling you to connect with like-minded people, ask questions relating to your course, and build relationships with other students. GROW Training Group incorporates a number of different colleges, each specialising in its own field while implementing the group’s approach to education based on honesty, integrity, and value for money. GROW Training Group’s colleges include Care Academy (specialising in Community Services, Disability, and Mental Health), Bookkeeping Training Academy (specialising in Accounting and Bookkeeping), and Business Training Academy (specialising in Business, Marketing, and Human Resources), amongst others.

Where Will It Lead Me?

On successful completion of this course, you will be awarded the nationally recognised CHC40421 Certificate IV in Youth Work qualification from GROW Training Group.The course will have ensured that you have all the skills and knowledge required to start performing competently in one of many available Youth Work roles.

Youth Worker