UndergraduatePsychology
Diploma of Youth Work
Victoria University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Diploma of Youth Work (CHC50425) at Victoria University develops the skills to build trusting, effective relationships with young people and to create engaging programs for children, teenagers and young adults. Students develop knowledge and skills in needs assessment, service delivery and case management, advocacy and empowerment, child protection and legal and ethical frameworks, community education and group activities, and workplace safety. A placement lets students put their learning into practice under a qualified supervisor. It is offered at VU in Melbourne.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
Study plan in 4 parts
Structure
21 units to be completed: 16 core units and 5 elective units, made up of at least 1 unit from Group A, plus at least 2 units from Group A or Group B, plus up to 2 units from the electives listed or any endorsed Training Package or accredited course (all electives chosen must contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome)
Core units (16)
- CHCCCS007Develop and implement service programs
- CHCCOM002Use communication to build relationships
- CHCCSM017Facilitate and review case management
- CHCDEV005Analyse impacts of sociological factors on people in community work and services
- CHCDIV001Work with diverse people
- CHCDIV002Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
- CHCGRP002Plan and conduct group activities
- CHCLEG003Manage legal and ethical compliance
- CHCMHS001Work with people with mental health issues
- CHCPRP001Develop and maintain networks and collaborative partnerships
- CHCPRT025Identify and report children and young people at risk
- CHCYTH013Engage respectfully with young people
- CHCYTH014Work effectively with young people in the youth work context
- CHCYTH021Support youth programs
- CHCYTH024Manage service response to young people in crisis
- HLTWHS003Maintain work health and safety
Group A, practice electives
- CHCYTH022Provide services for the needs and circumstances of young people
Group B, general electives
- CHCCCS004Assess co-existing needs
- CHCCCS037Visit client residence
- CHCDFV001Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
- CHCEDU004Develop, implement and review sexual and reproductive health education programs
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