Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Youth Work
Certificate IV in Youth Work
CHC41812
J024
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 07/05/2012 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers workers who develop and facilitate programs for young people through a range of community based programs designed to address the social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs of young people.
This work may be undertaken through employment in community, government and welfare agencies and workers will be:
Responsible for implementing policies and guidelines of the employing organisation
Largely self directed with fairly autonomous decision making capacity under the indirect supervision of a manager.
Occupational titles may include:
Community development worker (youth)
Youth and family resource officer
Indigenous youth worker
Youth and family service worker
Recreational youth activities worker
Youth case worker
Residential care worker
Youth housing support worker
Support worker residential
Youth worker
Youth alcohol and other drugs worker
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Sixteen (16) units are required for award of this qualification including:- ten (10) core units
- six (6) elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives of which one unit must be selected for this qualification
- Group B elective which is recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Other relevant electives listed in the qualification outline
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
- Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to three (3) units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are available on TGA or other public listing
1. Core Units
All ten (10) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD312 | HLTWHS300A | Contribute to WHS processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8614 | CHCYTH401B | Engage respectfully with young people | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WC854 | CHCCS422B | Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WC928 | CHCICS406B | Support client self-management | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WD013 | CHCYTH403C | Support young people to create opportunities in their lives | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D2313 | CHCCOM403A | Use targeted communication skills to build relationships | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| WD014 | CHCYTH402C | Work effectively with young people in the youth work context | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D8547 | CHCCD412B | Work within a community development framework | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WC843 | CHCCS400C | Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) unit must be completed.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WD016 | CHCYTH407E | Respond to critical situations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| WD015 | CHCYTH404E | Support young people in crisis | 40 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Culturally Aware and Respectful Practice
It is recommended that the following unit be completed.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8283 | HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Other Relevant Elective Units
Up to five (5) units may be completed.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options and units.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WC947 | CHCNET404B | Facilitate links with other services | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WC844 | CHCCS401C | Facilitate responsible behaviour | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D0749 | BSBINM201A | Process and maintain workplace information | 20 | Unit of competency |
| WC805 | CHCCD401E | Support community participation | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D2293 | CHCCM401D | Undertake case management | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8613 | CHCYTH301E | Work effectively with young people | 55 | Unit of competency |
| D8617 | CHCYTH511B | Work effectively with young people and their families | 40 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D295 | CHC41808 | Certificate IV in Youth Work | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J592 | CHC40413 | Certificate IV in Youth Work | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations.
2. Further information on this qualification is contained in the Training Package available from the national register at www.training.gov.au.
3. This qualification was entered on to the STARS by Curriculum Services, Dept of Training & Workforce Development on 24/7/2012.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
Traineeships and Apprenticeships