CHC40421

Certificate IV in Youth Work

Learning Mode

Online/Face to Face

Location

Adelaide

Duration

12 Months

Study Load

Part Time/Full Time

Course Overview

Turn your passion for helping young people into a meaningful career.

Are you passionate about supporting young people to thrive? The Certificate IV in Youth Work (CHC42021) equips you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make a real difference in the lives of young people. This nationally recognised qualification prepares you to develop, facilitate and coordinate programs that address the social, behavioural, health and wellbeing needs of youth in community settings.

Why Choose This Course?

  • Strong career demand: The community services and youth work sector is rapidly growing in South Australia, with increasing need for skilled youth workers, support workers, and community development professionals.
  • Purpose-driven career: Turn your passion for supporting young people into a meaningful career, helping them navigate social, behavioural, and developmental challenges while promoting resilience and wellbeing.
  • Specialised youth-focused training: Learn to coordinate programs, respond to issues affecting young people, and work ethically and safely within trauma-informed and youth-centered frameworks.

Career Opportunities

Demand for skilled youth workers continues to grow across Australia, with increasing investment in community and social services. Pursue roles such as:

  • Youth Worker

  • Case Worker

  • Support Worker

  • Community Development Worker

Pathways For Further Study

After completing the Certificate IV in Youth Work, you can continue your studies to expand your career opportunities:

Placement and Practical Learning

To successfully complete this qualification, you must complete at least 100 hours of supervised work placement. This ensures you graduate with real-world experience and the confidence to apply your skills in practice.

  • All placements must be approved by AISR.

  • Where possible, AISR will help arrange placements within Relationships Australia SA programs, though places are limited.

You will have 12 months after completing your final unit to finish your placement hours.

Why Choose AISR?

  • Part of Relationships Australia SA, a respected community service organisation

  • Flexible, online delivery with real-time support

  • Practical placement opportunities to prepare you for the workforce

  • Training that is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and ethically grounded

This course is nationally recognised and accredited by the Australian Skills Quality Authority.

If you have experience or have studied in a relevant field you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning.

Prerequisites

There are no formal prerequisites.

Units of Competency

1 The World of Work

  • CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically
  • HLTWHS001 Participate in Workplace health and safety
  • CHCPRT025 Identify and report children and young people at risk

2 Communication and work with Diversity

  • CHCDIV001 Work with diverse people
  • CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
  • CHCDIV002 Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety

3 Youth Work in Action

  • CHCYTH013 Engage respectfully with young people
  • CHCYTH014 Work effectively with young people in youth work context
  • CHCYTH015 Support young people to create opportunities in their lives
  • CHCGRP002 Plan and conduct group activities

4 Provide Services for Young People in Response to Needs and Circumstances

  • CHCYTH022 Provide services for the needs and circumstances of Young People
  • CHCDEV004 Comfirm developmental status
  • CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
  • CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care 5 Identify and Respond to Critical Situations
  • CHCYTH016 Respond to Critical situations
  • CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond appropriately to domestic and family violence
  • CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of Individuals at risk of suicide

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) credit may be granted for relevant prior study or experience. For more details on the RPL process, visit: RPL page

Fee

$5000 Full Fee

$1000 (Tuition Gap Fee) for participants eligible for SA Government subsidies

$520 (Tuition Fee Gap) for participants eligible for SA Government subsidies with valid concession card

Visit Skills SA to check your eligibility
For more information visit our fees and payments page

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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the cultural, spiritual and economic sovereignty of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

We understand that the ongoing violation of this sovereignty continues to harm Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people’s relationships, health, wellbeing and aspirations.

We are committed to strengthening the wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, families and communities.

We recognise that respecting and nurturing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities is a benefit for all Australians.

We especially honour the Kaurna Elders of the Adelaide Plains and the Elders of the River Murray and Mallee Region, which includes: Ngaiawang, Ngawait, Nganguruku, Erawirung, Ngintait, Ngaraite, Ngarkat and small parts of Maraura and Daanggali, and Elders of Barngarla Country in the Far North and Boandik Land in Mount Gambier, upon whose country Relationships Australia South Australia offices are located.

As educators we recognise the Ancient Universities and ways of knowing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples have existed for millennia, and we respect and honour First Nations expertise.