Qualification Outline
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Diploma of Youth Work
Diploma of Youth Work
CHC50425
BPA4
Current
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 05/09/2025 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of people who work in youth work and operate under a broad supervision framework. They work within clearly defined organisational guidelines, with responsibility for the development and the outcomes of programs and services for young people that are managed and designed to meet the social, behavioural, health, wellbeing, developmental and protection needs of young people. This work may be undertaken through employment in community, government and other agencies.
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must have completed at least 100 hours of work as detailed in the Assessment Requirements of units of competency.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
There are 100 minimum work placement hours required for this unit.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Twenty-one (21) units must be completed:- sixteen (16) core units
- five (5) elective units, consisting of:
- at least one (1) unit from Group A below
- plus at least two (2) units from Group A or Group B below
- up to two (2) units from the electives listed below, or any endorsed Training Package or accredited course.
All electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.
1. Core Units
All sixteen (16) units must be completed.
2. Group A: Practice Electives
At least one (1) unit must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OEL38 | CHCYTH017 | Develop and implement procedures to enable young people to address their needs | 45 | Unit of competency |
| OEJ99 | CHCYTH022 | Provide services for the needs and circumstances of young people | 90 | Unit of competency |
| OEK72 | CHCPRT034 | Work with children and young people with complex trauma and attachment issues and needs | 75 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B: General Electives
At least two (2) units from Group A or Group B must be selected.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BII9 | CHC50421 | Diploma of Youth Work | Qualification |
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Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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