Qualification Outline

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Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Qualification
National Code:
CHC40313
State Code:
J591
TGA Status:
Replaced
DTWD Status:
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Field of Education
0905 - Human Welfare Studies And Services
Original TGA Release Date
11/07/2013
Approved Date
07/02/2014
Stream of Study
Subsequent to Initial Vocational (4000)
VET Act Classifier
B
Nominal Hours
760
Duration
1 Semester
Current Release Number
4.00
Current Release Date
08/12/2015
VET Act Conditions
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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 those who work in youth and family intervention, including practice specialisations in residential and out of home care, family support and early intervention. Workers operate under a broad supervision framework and within clearly defined organisational guidelines, service plans and position specifications.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

Schedule
Packaging Rules
Total number of units = sixteen (16)
- ten (10) core units
- six (6) elective units, of which:
- at least four (4) must be selected from the electives list
- up to two (2) units may be selected from any endorsed Training Packages or accredited courses relevant to the work outcome

All electives chosen must support the overall integrity of the AQF level of this qualification and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

Packaging Rules for each specialisation:
- All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential and out of home care)
- All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Family support)
- All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units

All ten (10) units must be completed.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
WG742 CHCDEV001 Confirm client developmental status 50 Unit of competency
AVC70 CHCCCS006 Facilitate individual service planning and delivery 60 Unit of competency
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
AVC08 CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety 30 Unit of competency
AVC31 CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships 45 Unit of competency
WG804 CHCPRT003 Work collaboratively to maintain an environment safe for children and young people 45 Unit of competency
AVB82 CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically 50 Unit of competency
AVC09 CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people 30 Unit of competency
WG806 CHCPRT005 Work within a practice framework 45 Unit of competency
2. Group A Electives - Residential and Out Of Home Care Specialisation

All Group A electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Residential and out of home care).

Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AVC68 CHCCCS009 Facilitate responsible behaviour 35 Unit of competency
WG810 CHCPRT009 Provide primary residential care 80 Unit of competency
3. Group B Electives - Family Support Specialisation

All Group B electives must be selected for award of the Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Family support).

Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWA93 CHCFAM009 Facilitate family intervention strategies 70 Unit of competency
AWB06 CHCEDU009 Provide parenting, health and well-being education 70 Unit of competency
4. General Electives

At least four (4) units must be selected from the listed electives.

Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.

State Code National Code Title Hours Type
AWA95 CHCFAM006 Assist families to self-manage contact 55 Unit of competency
AWA98 CHCFAM005 Facilitate and monitor contact 65 Unit of competency
AWA97 CHCFAM004 Facilitate changeovers 55 Unit of competency
AVC61 CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs 55 Unit of competency
AWA99 CHCFAM003 Support people to improve relationships 55 Unit of competency
AVB63 CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care 40 Unit of competency
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Entry Requirements
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