CHC40421
Certificate IV in Youth Work
CRICOS Code 114380B
Course Overview
If you’re looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people, then the Certificate IV in Youth Work is your superhero suit!
This course will arm you with the tools and knowledge to create programs and services that cater to the unique social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and/or protection needs of youth. You’ll be a one-person powerhouse of positive change, working in community, government, or welfare agencies to create a brighter future for young people.
But wait, there’s more! This course is your golden ticket to progress to even bigger and better things, like relevant Diploma and Bachelor degree courses. Plus, there’s a cherry on top! You’ll get to put all that theory and skill-building into action with some work experience. So, let’s get ready to don that superhero suit and change some lives!
- Responding to clients
- Facilitating responsible behaviour
- Community development
- Drugs and alcohol
- Cultural diversity
- Supporting youth programs
- Communication, support and care
- Identifying and responding to at risk youth
- Corrective actions
Delivery Options
QLD CAMPUS
| Qualification Level | Certificate IV |
|---|---|
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Must complete a language, literacy and numeracy test. Must be able to pass a working with children check and police check |
| Nominal Duration | 16 weeks face to face + vocational placement |
| Attendance | 2 - 3 days per week |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Face to Face learning + vocational placement |
| Course Materials | All course materials are included |
| Vocational Placement | Students need to obtain experience in a relevant workplace and satisfactorily demonstrate a series of skills. There is no minimum hour requirement for placement, most students should be able to complete the requirements within 40 - 80 hours. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working With Children check or police check |
| Afternoon and Night courses | All courses run from 9am to 2:30pm except for our Afternoon and Night courses. Afternoon and Night courses are run for 2 hours per day and are strictly for students who are already working in the industry. The fast-paced content delivered within these sessions make it impractical for students without prior experience to be able to succeed in this course. |
SA CAMPUS
| Qualification Level | Certificate IV |
|---|---|
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Must complete a language, literacy and numeracy test. Must be able to pass a working with children check and police check |
| Nominal Duration | 16 weeks face to face + vocational placement |
| Attendance | 2 - 3 days per week |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Face to Face learning + vocational placement |
| Course Materials | All course materials are included |
| Vocational Placement | Students need to obtain experience in a relevant workplace and satisfactorily demonstrate a series of skills. There is no minimum hour requirement for placement, most students should be able to complete the requirements within 40 - 80 hours. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working With Children check or police check |
WA CAMPUS
| Qualification Level | Certificate IV |
|---|---|
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Must complete a language, literacy and numeracy test. Must be able to pass a working with children check and police check |
| Nominal Duration | 20 weeks face to face + 4 weeks vocational placement |
| Attendance | 3 days per week |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Face to Face learning + vocational placement |
| Course Materials | All course materials are included |
| Vocational Placement | Students need to obtain experience in a relevant workplace and satisfactorily demonstrate a series of skills. There is no minimum hour requirement for placement, most students should be able to complete the requirements within 40 - 80 hours. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working With Children check or police check |
WORKPLACE
| Qualification Level | Certificate IV |
|---|---|
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Existing or new worker in the industry. Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Must complete a language, literacy and numeracy test. Must be able to pass a working with children check and police check |
| Nominal Duration | 6-12 months |
| Attendance | Onsite + online |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Online learning + workplace |
| Course Materials | All course materials are included |
| Vocational Placement | Students need to obtain experience in a relevant workplace and satisfactorily demonstrate a series of skills. There is no minimum hour requirement for placement, most students should be able to complete the requirements within 40 - 80 hours. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working With Children check or police check |
ONLINE
| Qualification Level | Certificate IV |
|---|---|
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Over 17 years old, not attending secondary school. Must complete a language, literacy and numeracy test. Must be able to pass a working with children check and police check |
| Nominal Duration | 12 months including vocational placement |
| Attendance | Not required, all content delivered online |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Online learning + vocational placement |
| Course Materials | Learning materials are all provided online via the elearning portal. |
| Vocational Placement | Students need to obtain experience in a relevant workplace and satisfactorily demonstrate a series of skills. There is no minimum hour requirement for placement, most students should be able to complete the requirements within 40 - 80 hours. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working With Children check or police check |
| Resource Requirements | Students must have their own access to computer and internat to access the course materials. Students are also need a webcam, camera or other recording device to be able to record role plays |
INTERNATIONAL
| Qualification Level | Certificate IV |
|---|---|
| Pre-requisites / Entry Conditions | Must be an International Student on a student visa (subclass 500). IELTS 5.5 or equivalent English language test result or the completion of 12-week Strategix IELTS Preparation program. Yr 12 equivalent (High School Graduate Certificate) |
| Nominal Duration | 25 weeks, including vocational placement |
| Attendance | 3 days per week |
| Assessment Methods | Short Answer Questions, Case Studies, Role Plays, Projects, Skills Observations, Vocational Placement |
| Delivery Method | Face to face learning and vocational placement |
| Course Materials | Course material fees $200 |
| Vocational Placement | Students need to obtain experience in a relevant workplace and satisfactorily demonstrate a series of skills. There is no minimum hour requirement for placement, most students should be able to complete the requirements within 40 - 80 hours. Placement may be voluntary work or paid employment in a relevant role. Students are required to obtain the site-specific clearances to participate in Vocational Placement, this may include Disability clearance, Working With Children check or police check |
Payment Options
QUEENSLAND
| Funding | Concession | Non-concession |
|---|---|---|
| Higher Level Skills learn more... | Campus $40 ($2.35 per subject) Online $500 ($29.41 per subject) |
Campus $60 (3.52 per subject) Online $800 ($47.05 per subject) |
| User Choice learn more... | $614.40 | $1,536 ($1.60 per nominal hour) |
| Not eligible for funding | $3,200 | $3,200 |
Payment plans available
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
| Funding | Concession | Non-concession |
|---|---|---|
| Subsidised training learn more... | $480 | $1,776 |
| Not eligible for funding | from $3,200 | from $3,200 |
Payment plans available
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
| Funding | Concession | Non-Concession |
|---|---|---|
| Free in '24 learn more... | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Payment Plans | Payment plans available - please enquire for more information | |
| Not eligible for funding | $3,200 | $3,200 |
The Student tuition fees are indicative only and are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Additional fees may apply such as resource fees and other fees.
INTERNATIONAL
| Tuition Fee | $6,000 |
|---|---|
| Materials Fee | $200 |
| Enrolment Fee | $250 non-refundable |
Subjects
| CHCCOM002 | Use communication to build relationships |
| CHCCCS009 | Facilitate responsible behaviour |
| CHCMHS001 | Work with people with mental health issues |
| CHCMHS007 | Work effectively in trauma informed care |
| HLTWHS001 | Participate in workplace health and safety |
| CHCYTH015 | Support young people to create opportunities in their lives |
| CHCYTH022 | Provide services for the needs and circumstances of young people |
| CHCAOD001 | Work in an alcohol and other drugs context |
| CHCLEG001 | Work legally and ethically |
| CHCPRT025 | Identify and report children and young people at risk |
| CHCYTH016 | Respond to critical situations |
| CHCDIV001 | Work with diverse people |
| CHCDIV002 | Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety |
| CHCYTH013 | Engage respectfully with young people |
| CHCYTH014 | Work effectively with young people in the youth work context |
| CHCGRP002 | Plan and conduct group activities |
| CHCDFV001 | Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence |
Upcoming Intakes
QLD Campus Classes
| Start Date: 16/12/2024
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Afternoon Course (QLD) - 16 Dec 2024 (Mon-Tue) UOS4 |
| Start Date: 16/12/2024
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Night Course (QLD) - 16 Dec 2024 (Mon-Tue) UOS4 |
| Start Date: 18/12/2024
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Coopers Plains (QLD) - 18 Dec 2024 (Mon-Wed) UOS4 |
| Start Date: 18/12/2024
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 18 Dec 2024 (Mon-Wed) UOS4 |
| Start Date: 18/12/2024
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme (QLD) - 18 Dec 2024 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 08/01/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 8 Jan 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS4 |
| Start Date: 08/01/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Southport (QLD) - 8 Jan 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 08/01/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Strathpine (QLD) - 8 January 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS3 |
| Start Date: 27/01/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Afternoon Course (QLD) - 27 Jan 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 27/01/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Night Course (QLD) - 27 Jan 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 29/01/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Coopers Plains (QLD) - 29 Jan 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 29/01/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 29 Jan 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 29/01/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme (QLD) - 29 Jan 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 05/02/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 5 Feb 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 05/02/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Southport (QLD) - 5 Feb 2024 (Wed-Fri) UOS3 |
| Start Date: 05/02/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Strathpine (QLD) - 5 Feb 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS4 |
| Start Date: 24/02/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Afternoon Course (QLD) - 24 Feb 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 24/02/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Night Course (QLD) - 24 Feb 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 26/02/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Coopers Plains (QLD) - 26 Feb 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 26/02/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 26 Feb 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 26/02/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme (QLD) - 26 Feb 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 05/03/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 5 Mar 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS2 |
| Start Date: 05/03/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Southport (QLD) - 5 Mar 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS4 |
| Start Date: 05/03/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Strathpine (QLD) - 5 Mar 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 26/03/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Coopers Plains (QLD) - 26 Mar 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS3 |
| Start Date: 26/03/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 26 Mar 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS3 |
| Start Date: 02/04/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 2 Apr 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS3 |
| Start Date: 02/04/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Southport (QLD) - 2 Apr 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 |
| Start Date: 02/04/2025
ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Strathpine (QLD) - 2 Apr 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS2 |
QLD Online classes
Please select one of the following classes if you are a resident of Queensland. If you are already working as a Youth Worker and are enrolling to upgrade your skills and qualifications please select the EXISTING WORKER option. For all other enrollees please select the ONLINE option.
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ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Online
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ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Online - Existing Workers (QLD)
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SA Campus classes
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ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Christie Downs (SA) - 8 Jan 2025 (Thurs - Fri) UOS3
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ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Elizabeth (SA) - 8 Jan 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS2
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ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Christie Downs (SA) - 5 Feb 2025 (Thurs - Fri) UOS4
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ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Elizabeth (SA) - 5 Feb 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS3
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WA Campus classes
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ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Morley (WA) - 6 Feb 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS4
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ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Rockingham (WA) - 10 Feb 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS4
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SA Online classes
Please select one of the following classes if you are a resident of South Australia.
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ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Online (SA)
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Upcoming Intakes
QLD Campus Classes
Students enrolling in a night or afternoon class must already be working in the industry and must provide evidence of employment as part of their enrolment
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 16/12/2024 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Afternoon Course (QLD) - 16 Dec 2024 (Mon-Tue) UOS4 | |
| 16/12/2024 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Night Course (QLD) - 16 Dec 2024 (Mon-Tue) UOS4 | |
| 18/12/2024 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Coopers Plains (QLD) - 18 Dec 2024 (Mon-Wed) UOS4 | |
| 18/12/2024 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 18 Dec 2024 (Mon-Wed) UOS4 | |
| 18/12/2024 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme (QLD) - 18 Dec 2024 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 | |
| 08/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 8 Jan 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS4 | |
| 08/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Southport (QLD) - 8 Jan 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS2 | |
| 08/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Strathpine (QLD) - 8 January 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS3 | |
| 27/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Afternoon Course (QLD) - 27 Jan 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 | |
| 27/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Night Course (QLD) - 27 Jan 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 | |
| 29/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Coopers Plains (QLD) - 29 Jan 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 | |
| 29/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 29 Jan 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 | |
| 29/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme (QLD) - 29 Jan 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS1 | |
| 05/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 5 Feb 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 | |
| 05/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Southport (QLD) - 5 Feb 2024 (Wed-Fri) UOS3 | |
| 05/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Strathpine (QLD) - 5 Feb 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS4 | |
| 24/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Afternoon Course (QLD) - 24 Feb 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS2 | |
| 24/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme Night Course (QLD) - 24 Feb 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS2 | |
| 26/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Coopers Plains (QLD) - 26 Feb 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 | |
| 26/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 26 Feb 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 | |
| 26/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Loganholme (QLD) - 26 Feb 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS2 | |
| 05/03/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 5 Mar 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS2 | |
| 05/03/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Southport (QLD) - 5 Mar 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS4 | |
| 05/03/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Strathpine (QLD) - 5 Mar 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS1 | |
| 26/03/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Coopers Plains (QLD) - 26 Mar 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS3 | |
| 26/03/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 26 Mar 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS3 | |
| 02/04/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Goodna (QLD) - 2 Apr 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS3 | |
| 02/04/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Southport (QLD) - 2 Apr 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS1 | |
| 02/04/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Strathpine (QLD) - 2 Apr 2025 (Mon-Tue) UOS2 |
QLD Online Classes
Please select one of the following classes if you are a resident of Queensland. If you are already working as a Youth Worker and are enrolling to upgrade your skills and qualifications please select the EXISTING WORKER option. For all other enrollees please select the ONLINE option.
| Details | Enrol |
| ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Online | |
| ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Online - Existing Workers (QLD) |
SA Campus Classes
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 08/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Christie Downs (SA) - 8 Jan 2025 (Thurs - Fri) UOS3 | |
| 08/01/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Elizabeth (SA) - 8 Jan 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS2 | |
| 05/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Christie Downs (SA) - 5 Feb 2025 (Thurs - Fri) UOS4 | |
| 05/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Elizabeth (SA) - 5 Feb 2025 (Mon - Tues) UOS3 |
WA Campus Classes
| Start Date | Details | Enrol |
| 06/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Morley (WA) - 6 Feb 2025 (Wed-Fri) UOS4 | |
| 10/02/2025 | ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Rockingham (WA) - 10 Feb 2025 (Mon-Wed) UOS4 |
SA Online Classes
Please select one of the following classes if you are a resident of South Australia. If you are already working as a Youth Worker and are enrolling to upgrade your skills and qualifications please select the EXISTING WORKER option. For all other enrollees please select the ONLINE option.
| Details | Enrol |
| ACA - Cert IV Youth Work - Online (SA) |
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