Certificate IV in Youth Work 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
: 
CHC41808 
CRICOS Code: 069886J 
Centre:
Health and Community Services
Location:
Elgar Campus,
Study Area: Community Services 
Study Area Sub Category:  
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Units of Competency

What does this course involve?

This course will give you the necessary skills and knowledge to work children and youth involved in child protection, youth justice and supported accommodation systems.

You will learn to provide care, protection and support services to young people.

You will develop case-planning and communication skills, and learn to facilitate cooperative behaviour.

You will also receive an introduction to mental health work and the alcohol and drugs sector, and gain advanced first aid skills.

This course is also available to international students.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course may provide you with employment opportunities in; residential services, supported housing services, youth justice facilities and educational facilities.


As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

What further study options will I have?

You may wish to progress into advanced level studies in areas such as social work, welfare work or youth studies eg Diploma in Community Services Work.

Can I apply?

  • It is preferred you are 21 years or over.
  • You must have a:
    • current Working with Children Check
    • current National Police Record Check.
  • Non year 12 applicants must demonstrate skills in literacy and numeracy by completing a test on a date to be confirmed.
  • Traineeship applicants must have:
    • previously registered with an Australian Apprenticeship Centre
    • a training contract with an employer.

How do I apply?

  • Direct Entry - Beginning of year
  • VTAC - to apply for a full time position in this course you must use the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre (VTAC) process. Details of the VTAC application process are at www.vtac.edu.au and in the VTAC Guide, which is available from leading newsagents and libraries from August. If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute. To apply for a part time place (or off campus place if applicable) in this course, you will need to contact the Institute directly.
  • If the Institute still has vacancies after the VTAC places have been offered, you will be able to apply directly to the Institute by downloading and completing (from August 1) the application form.

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

  • Individual interview
  • Assessment of application (VTAC)
  • Test or examination

Length of course

Full time - 1 year (including a 5 week placement)

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus,

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Government Subsidised Fees (Skills Building)

Fees for government-subsidised students are made up of three main components:
1.   Tuition Fee
2.   Service and Amenity Fee
3.   Materials Fees (including course teaching materials fee and/or retained course items fees).
1. Tuition Fee - 2010
If you are enrolling for the first time in 2010 and eligible for a government subsidised place, the Tuition Fee will be $1.62 per hour with a minimum Tuition Fee of $120 per year and a maximum of $1,000 per year depending upon number of hours enrolled and eligibility for concession.

If you commenced your current course prior to 1 July 2009, but need to enrol in additional units for the same course in 2010 you will pay the Fee Maintenance rate of $1.40 per hour with a minimum fee of $56 per year and a maximum of $896 per year depending upon eligibility for a concession.
2. Service and Amenities Fee
For enrolments up to 404 hours a $58 fee will be charged. For enrolments 405 hours and higher, an $80 fee will be charged.
3. Material Fees
Course teaching materials fees and/or retained course items fees are charged per course. This fee covers materials used in the course, plus some items that you are issued with and retain beyond the life of the course. Fees will vary from course to course, and can range from $100 to $1,000.

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Examination or testing
  • Online assessment
  • Workplace assessment

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.
All fees quoted are indicative fees and are correct at the time of print. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.
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Units of Competency

Core
HLTHIR403B
Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
20 hr
CHCCS400A
Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
50 hr
CHCICS406A
Support client self-management
50 hr
CHCCOM403A
Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
55 hr
CHCCD412A
Work within a community development framework
65 hr
CHCCS422A
Respond holistically to client issues and refer appropriately
75 hr
Electives - compulsory
HLTFA301B
Apply first aid
18 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to provide first aid, life support, casualty management and incident response, until more definitive assistance becomes available.
CHCAOD402A
Work effectively in the alcohol and other drugs sector
50 hr
CHCCM401D
Undertake case management
20 hr
CHCCHILD505A
Work effectively in child protection and out of home care for children
80 hr
CHCMH301A
Work effectively in mental health
50 hr
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