TAFE NSW
Diploma of Youth Work
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)Follow your passion for creating change in the lives of young people by becoming a qualified youth worker. Support young people to take action to improve their lives while enhancing their social and mental wellbeing.
Delivery mode
TAFE NSW offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- North Parade, Mount Druitt
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
A Working with Children Check (WWCC)
A National Police Check (NPC)
An NDIS Worker Check (NDISWC)
Vaccination and health screenings
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
Youth Counsellor
Youth Counsellors support young people as they work through personal and emotional issues — helping them develop strategies for problems with relat...
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...
Welfare Worker
Welfare Workers help marginalised, isolated and disadvantaged people access social welfare services and community support. Your daily job involves...
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...
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...
Intake Worker
An Intake Worker conducts initial assessments of clients at welfare services such as mental health clinics or drug and alcohol rehabilitation facil...
Peer Support Worker
Peer support workers play a key role in the mental health field, offering assistance and encouragement to those living with mental health issues. T...
Rehabilitation Counsellor
A Rehabilitation Counsellor helps people navigate everyday issues brought on by disability, injury, addiction and poor health. They often are broug...
Life Coach
A Life Coach works with clients on a range of either personal or professional issues. You might support clients to reach a particular goal or chang...
Community Worker
Community Workers are caring individuals who support vulnerable members of society through community development initiatives and social welfare pro...
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....
Community Services Officer
A Community Services Officer supports individuals and families in accessing essential services and resources. You might work with non-profits, gove...
Human Rights Advocate
A Human Rights Advocate promotes and protects the rights and freedoms of individuals and groups. You might work for non-governmental organisations,...
Youth Officer
A Youth Officer supports young people, often between the ages of 12 and 25, in their personal, social, and educational development. You might work...
Youth Engagement Officer
Youth Engagement Officers run awareness and outreach programs to encourage young people in the community to improve their education, mental health,...
Youth Adviser
A Youth Adviser plays a crucial role in supporting young people by providing guidance and assistance in various aspects of their lives, including e...
Child Psychologist
Child Psychologists are clinical psychologists who provide treatment, therapy, and counselling to children, teens, and adolescents. They help the c...
About TAFE NSW
TAFE NSW is the leading provider of vocational education and training in Australia. Each year, more than 430,000 students enrol in our courses and training. We aim to skill the workforce for the future through high quality, personalised education and training.
