C4429 - Certificate IV in Youth Work

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Plan: C4429 - Certificate IV in Youth Work
Campus: City Campus

Overview

Program details
Purpose of the Program
Articulation and pathways
Entrance requirements
External accreditation and industry links
Student expenses and charges in addition to fees
Library, IT and specialist resources

Program details

Award title: Certificate IV in Youth Work
Qualification national code: CHC40421
Nominal hours: 1005
Career: TAFE
Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent
Location: RMIT University, City Campus
Owning school: Social Care and Health (535T)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/college-of-vocational-education
CRICOS code:

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Purpose of the Program

This qualification reflects the role of workers who develop and facilitate programs for young people through a range of community-based programs designed to address the social, behavioural, health, wellbeing, developmental and protection needs of young people.

This work may be undertaken through employment in community, government and youth sector agencies and workers are responsible for implementing policies and guidelines of the employing organisation. They are largely self-directed with autonomous decision making capacity under the indirect supervision of a manager.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

Graduates who successfully complete the program have a range of possible career options and may be
employed as:

  • indigenous youth worker
  • recreational youth activities worker
  • residential care worker
  • youth alcohol and other drugs worker
  • youth and family services worker
  • youth housing support worker
  • youth mental health worker
  • juvenile justice worker
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Articulation and pathways

Upon successful completion of this program you may be eligible to undertake further studies in either the CHC50421 Diploma of
Youth Work and CHC52021 Diploma of  Community Services at RMIT University.
If you have already developed areas of skill and knowledge included in this program (for example, through
prior studies or work experience), you can apply for credit once you have enrolled in this program.

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Entrance requirements

There are no minimum academic requirements for entry

Selection task

You must submit a personal statement with your application outlining:

  • your reasons for wanting to study this program
  • your intended career path
  • the personal strengths and attributes you will bring to the program
  • details of any related work or voluntary experience.
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External accreditation and industry links

In Australia there are no professional bodies that recognise or accredit programs in Community Services. However, this program has strong industry support and all course content, delivery and assessment is informed by industry through a Industry Advisory Committee. This program is a nationally recognised vocational qualification, which was endorsed by the Community Services and Health Industry Skills Council.

RMIT University works closely with its industry partners to ensure that this program is consistent with industry needs. The program has strong links with the Community Services sector through facilitation and course design, development delivery and assessment. Professionals from the sector are engaged with the program as teachers and guest presenters.

The Certificate IV in Youth Work is the standard industry requirement to prepare you for work with youth services in community settings throughout Australia. The teaching staff within the program have extensive industry experience and networks with industry partners.

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Student expenses and charges in addition to fees

Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees.  Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.

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Library, IT and specialist resources

Library resources and services

As a student enrolled at RMIT University you can use all the services provided by the Library. These include study spaces, books, journals and course-related materials such as DVDs, past exams, and newspapers. You can also request items from any library in the world through our document delivery service.

RMIT Library staff can show you how to find the information you need for your assignments and how to make the most of the library resources. You can speak to a librarian, work through web-based tutorials or use our online “Ask a Librarian” service.

All students have unlimited access to our specialist electronic resources. These include e-books, e-journals and newspapers to make it easier for you to get the information you need, when you need it. Our collections are continually updated to ensure the currency and accuracy of the resources you use.

Computers are available at every Library site. You can access the Internet, myRMIT and Library e-resources. You can also access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.

You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library

Online learning tools and content

You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT Services available to you as a student at RMIT University

RMIT University provides resources and opportunities to help you to achieve your study and career goals. Services are available face to face and online for:

  • transition to tertiary study and learning
  • study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
  • enabling assistance - if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage
  • which may impact on your learning
  • career development and employment
  • living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
  • opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
  • participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university
  • governance

We offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. The Ngarara Willim Centre offers ongoing guidance with study, living and cultural needs.

You can find more information at http://www.rmit.edu.au/students

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