Certificate IV in Youth Work

To be eligible for this course, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Have completed year 12 or equivalent; OR
• Hold a certificate III level qualification or higher; OR
• Have at least two years of relevant industry experience in a role that requires written documentation and communication.

Age requirements:

Students are required to be at least 18 years of age.

English proficiency:

• Entry to the course requires the successful completion of English to Year 12 level; or
• Successful completion of a Nationally Recognised Training qualification at Certificate III level or higher; or
• 2 years relevant industry experience in a role that requires the use of written documentation and communication.

Computing:

• You will need access to a reliable computer and an internet connections, as well as basic computer skills.

Physical requirements:

• A basic level of fitness is required as you may be required to support clients with daily living skills such as personal care, shopping, cleaning and recreational activities.
• HLTAID011 Provide first aid requires you to undertake Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) continuously for a minimum of 2 minutes while kneeling on the floor.

First aid:

The unit HLTAID011 Apply first aid (or its equivalent) is not delivered by Open Colleges. This unit can be satisfied via the completion of the nationally recognised unit of competency or its equivalent offered by an approved provider. You will need to provide a certified copy of a current certificate or Statement of Attainment to be provided credit for this unit.

In this youth work course, the units of competency you may study include:

• CHCCOM002 – Use communication to build relationships
• CHCDIV001 – Work with diverse people
• CHCDIV002 – Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
• CHCLEG001 – Work legally and ethically
• HLTWHS001- Participate in workplace health and safety
• CHCCDE019 – Work within a community development framework
• CHCMHS001 – Work with people with mental health issues
• CHCYTH013 – Engage respectfully with young people
• CHCYTH014 – Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
• CHCCCS004 – Assess co-existing needs
• CHCYTH022 – Provide services for young people appropriate to their needs and circumstances
• CHCYTH015 – Support young people to create opportunities in their lives
• CHCGRP002 – Plan and conduct group activities
• CHCPRT025 – Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
• CHCMHS007 – Work effectively in trauma informed care
• CHCDFV001 – Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
• CHCYTH016 – Respond to critical situations

160 hours of work placement is also required – made easy with Open Colleges’ Guaranteed Work Placement initiative. In partnership with leading provider SkilTrak, Open Colleges organises your work placement for you while you focus on study, ensuring students gain real-world experience in their dream career – close to home.