Chisholm Institute
Certificate IV in Youth Work
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This course will enable you to engage effectively with young people and work alongside them to meet their needs and goals. Take the opportunity to gain the skills you need to work in this challenging but rewarding sector.
Chisholm requires learners to complete one placement of 80 hours in stage 2 of the course at a range of community, government and youth services agencies.
Delivery mode
Chisholm Institute offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Fletcher Road, Frankston
- 25 Kangan Drive, Berwick
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
A NDIS Workers Screeners check may be required for some placement opportunities., Admission requirements are completion of BKSB assessment with an outcome of ACSF exit level 2 - working level 3, for both literacy and numeracy, applicants must possess or be able to obtain a current Working with Children Check and a satisfactory National Police Check, attend orientation prior to commencing the course, Chisholm requires learners to complete one placement of 80 hours in stage 2 of the course, Minimum 18 years of age to enrol in this course, Student Enquiry and Enrolment Services team may refer enrolment applications to the Community and Social Services Department and applicant may be required to attend an interview.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
$13,838
$13,838
Career opportunities
The Certificate IV in Youth Work will prepare you for the following roles.
Youth Worker
A Youth Worker supports children and young people who are going through a challenging time. You might provide guidance with issues such as homeless...
Support Worker
A support worker provides assistance to those having difficulty living their everyday lives. This aid can come in a variety of forms, including hel...
Youth Support Worker
Youth Support Workers help young people find employment, housing, and education and help them work through a range of social, financial, and emotio...
Youth Case Worker
Youth Case Workers are assigned to individual children or teens, working one-on-one to help improve their quality of life. You’ll need advanced int...
Youth Justice Officer
Youth Justice Officers supervise young people in custody, supporting their personal development and referring them to essential services, education...
Outreach Worker
Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with...
Youth Counsellor
Youth Counsellors support young people as they work through personal and emotional issues — helping them develop strategies for problems with relat...
About Chisholm Institute
We are one of Victoria’s premier public vocational education and training provider, prominently placed across Melbourne’s south east manufacturing heartland and residential growth corridors.
We pride ourselves on our record of providing quality education and training that leads to real career outcomes. Our long-term success means you can trust that you’ll learn job ready skills, and earn a respected qualification.
We are a government-owned TAFE that offers over 250 certificate, diploma, advanced diploma, bachelor and graduate certificate courses, with each course carefully structured to ensure that all of our graduates finish with the skills needed to further their career aspirations. We are a safe investment in your future.
