Bachelor of Youth Work

Want to make a difference in the lives of young people? Youth workers improve young people’s social and personal development, helping them establish a voice and sense of place in their communities. This course responds to a community need for highly trained youth workers to work with young people. It’s an inclusive program that will provide you with both theoretical insights and the practical skills needed to become an effective and empathetic youth worker. Study with us to empower the vulnerable and make a positive difference. Professional experience You will be required to complete 500 hours. Work placement You will gain practical, professional experience in youth work and make valuable connections in the sector by completing two field placements units. In the first field placement (200 hours) you will have the opportunity to develop your emerging youth work skills in a supported, community-engaged environment. In the second unit, you will complete 300 hours of field placement in an approved youth service or agency. In this final placement, you will engage comprehensively in the programs, service delivery and daily tasks of the host organisation. Professional recognition This degree is accredited by Youth Workers Australia (YWA). Careers Our graduates have pursued careers in: local government youth work youth advocacy youth and family mediation student support officers in schools youth counselling and welfare services youth engagement youth health education youth liaison and outreach work youth policy making Industry partnerships ACU works with a variety of industry partners.