Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Youth Justice
Certificate IV in Youth Justice
CHC40513
J593
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.00 | 08/12/2015 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
| 3.00 | 06/08/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 11/07/2013 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of youth justice workers who supervise young people who have been directed by the justice system to be in the care and direction of authorised community and/or government agencies.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = fifteen (15)- eight (8) core units
- seven (7) elective units, of which:
- at least one (1) must be selected from Practice elective units
- at least three (3) must be selected from all electives list
- up to three (3) units may be selected from any endorsed Training Packages or accredited courses relevant to the work outcome.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG802 | CHCPRT001 | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG738 | HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WG829 | CHCYTH004 | Respond to critical situations | 90 | Unit of competency |
| WG818 | CHCPRT017 | Support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander young people in youth justice system | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WG814 | CHCPRT013 | Support the progress and development of young people | 70 | Unit of competency |
| AVC31 | CHCCOM002 | Use communication to build relationships | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WG817 | CHCPRT016 | Work in the youth justice environment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVC09 | CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people | 30 | Unit of competency |
2. Practice Units
Seven (7) elective units must be completed. At least one (1) unit must be selected from Practice elective units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WG809 | CHCPRT008 | Provide supervision in a secure system | 45 | Unit of competency |
| WG808 | CHCPRT007 | Provide supervision in the community | 45 | Unit of competency |
3. General Electives
Seven (7) elective units must be completed. At least three (3) units must be selected from the General electives.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVC74 | CHCCCS004 | Assess co-existing needs | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVB49 | CHCPRP001 | Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships | 55 | Unit of competency |
| AVC73 | CHCCCS003 | Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide | 80 | Unit of competency |
| WG819 | CHCPRT018 | Prepare young people for reintegration | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUZ26 | CSCOFM007 | Protect the safety and welfare of young offenders | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AVC63 | CHCCCS015 | Provide individualised support | 75 | Unit of competency |
| AVC57 | CHCCCS020 | Respond effectively to behaviours of concern | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WG803 | CHCPRT002 | Support the rights and safety of children and young people | 25 | Unit of competency |
| WG828 | CHCYTH003 | Support young people to create opportunities in their lives | 35 | Unit of competency |
| AVB69 | CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WG831 | CHCYTH006 | Work with young people to establish support networks | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J267 | CHC41912 | Certificate IV in Youth Justice | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BII5 | CHC40521 | Certificate IV in Youth Justice | Qualification |
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