Youth Support Officer

A Youth Support Officer plays an essential role in assisting young individuals by providing guidance, support, and advocacy in various life areas. Their duties typically include developing and implementing personalised support plans, assisting with educational and vocational guidance, and facilitating access to community resources that promote personal development.

Additionally, Youth Support Officers often collaborate with families, schools, and other stakeholders to create a supportive environment, while also engaging in outreach activities and crisis intervention when necessary to ensure the well-being of young people.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $77,220
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a youth support officer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
CHC40421

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Blended, On Campus, Online
12 months
$615 - $4,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC50421

Diploma of Youth Work

Online
12 months
$7,995
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
CHC40321

Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $14,107
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Community Services

Blended, On Campus, Online
3 years
$0 - $65,280
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Youth Work

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $35,130
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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Further reading

How to start a career in Youth Work

25th May 2021)

What can you do with a Diploma of Youth Work?

2nd November 2020)

What can you do with a Certificate IV in Youth Work?

4th August 2021)