South Metropolitan TAFE

CHC50413

Diploma of Youth Work

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

When you complete the Diploma of Youth Work you'll be on your way to a team leading career as a youth worker, youth officer, or case worker.

Delivery mode

South Metropolitan TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Online

Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.


Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unknown
WA
  • WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with South Metropolitan TAFE to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Diploma of 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...

Avg yearly income $65,000
Entry barriers Low

Family Support Worker

Family Support Workers work closely with parents and their families — providing guidance and emotional support, as well as identifying children and...

Avg yearly income $72,800
Entry barriers Low

Youth Counsellor

Youth Counsellors support young people as they work through personal and emotional issues — helping them develop strategies for problems with relat...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $72,020
Entry barriers Low

Welfare Worker

Welfare Workers help marginalised, isolated and disadvantaged people access social welfare services and community support. Your daily job involves ...

Avg yearly income $82,680
Entry barriers Low

Youth Justice Officer

Youth Justice Officers supervise young people in custody, supporting their personal development and referring them to essential services, education...

Avg yearly income $76,752
Entry barriers Low

Outreach Worker

Outreach Workers raise awareness and educate the general public about issues in the community, such as mental health, then build relationships with...

Avg yearly income $67,600
Entry barriers Low

Child Safety Officer

Child Safety Officers identify children at risk and ensure they are protected in accordance with the law. They carrying out assessments, investigat...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

About South Metropolitan TAFE

South Metropolitan TAFE offers more than 300 qualifications, from foundation courses to apprenticeships and traineeships, to diplomas and skill sets. We have over 25,000 students across our Perth campuses and more students in Asia, the Middle East, Africa and South America through partnerships offshore.