CHC50413

Diploma of Youth Work

Diploma of Youth Work

The CHC50413 Diploma of Youth Work from Open Colleges will equip you with the tools to empower disadvantaged and at risk youths, giving you the opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people in need. 

Designed for people starting out in youth work or for those already in the industry seeking to formalise their skills with a qualification, this in-depth community services course teaches you how  to work with diverse groups of young people, identify young people at risk, and how to address legal and ethical issues. It will also offer basic training in counselling, and help you understand how to work with individuals struggling with mental health issues. The main focus of this course is to build your skills in case management and program and activity planning. 

Practical component

Students are required to undertake a work placement of 160 hours in order to demonstrate their competencies in the practical components of the course work.

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  • Qualification:
    Diploma
  • Study mode:
    Online
    Workplace
  • Payment options:
    Payment plan
    Upfront payment
  • Duration:
    Up to 24 months
  • Start date:
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  • Awarded by:
    Open Colleges (RTO: 90796)
  • Location:
    Online
  • Career Outcomes:
    Youth Worker | Case Manager | Youth Support Worker | Youth Development Officer |

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The CHC50413 Diploma of Youth Work from Open Colleges will equip you with the tools to empower disadvantaged and at risk youths, giving you the opportunity to make a genuine difference to young people in need. 

Designed for people starting out in youth work or for those already in the industry seeking to formalise their skills with a qualification, this in-depth community services course teaches you how  to work with diverse groups of young people, identify young people at risk, and how to address legal and ethical issues. It will also offer basic training in counselling, and help you understand how to work with individuals struggling with mental health issues. The main focus of this course is to build your skills in case management and program and activity planning. 

Practical component

Students are required to undertake a work placement of 160 hours in order to demonstrate their competencies in the practical components of the course work.

Eligibility

There are no mandated education entry requirements for this qualification.

To be eligible to study this course, it is recommended that students the following prerequisites: 

  • Be over 18 years of age; AND
  • 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; AND
  • Have access to a modern computer with high-speed internet; AND
  • 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.

  • HLTAID003/HLTAID011 Provide first aid requires learners to undertake Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) continuously for a minimum of 2 minutes while kneeling on the floor.

 

In this youth work course, the subjects you may study include: 

  • CHCYTH002 - Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
  • CHCYTH001 - Engage respectfully with young people
  • HLTWHS001 - Participate in workplace health and safety
  • CHCLEG003 - Manage legal and ethical compliance
  • HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid
  • CHCPRT001 - Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
  • CHCYTH012 - Manage service response to young people in crisis
  • 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
  • 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
  • CHCGRP002 - Plan and conduct group activities
  • CHCCSM005 - Develop, facilitate and review all aspects of case management
  • CHCCSL001 - Establish and confirm the counselling relationship
  • CHCCCS007 - Develop and implement service programs
  • CHCYTH009 - Support youth programs
  • CHCYTH008 - Support young people to take collective action
  • CHCCOM003 - Develop workplace communication strategies
  • CHCPRP001 - Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships

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Where Will It Lead Me?

Upon successful completion of this course, you'll receive a CHC50413 Diploma of Youth Work from Open Colleges. 

This accredited course will ensure you develop valuable community service skills so you can secure worthwhile employment in youth work. 

Curious about where a career in community development could take you? Potential job outcomes may include:

    How Much Will It Cost?

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    You can choose to pay up-front with a 10% course discount, pay 50% up-front and remainder through a payment plan, or you can pay in weekly or fortnightly installments as you study. All Open Colleges payment plans are interest free.

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