South Metropolitan TAFE

CHC50421

Diploma of Youth Work

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Gain job-ready skills for supervisory and management roles in youth work, such as support worker or case worker. This course gives you the job ready skills to become a youth worker and will help you work towards reaching supervisory, team leader and management level positions.

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.

Work Placement

200 hours

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
School Leaver: Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent
Non-School Leaver: Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades)
AQF: Certificate III Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $1,933 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
WA
  • WA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the WA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with South Metropolitan TAFE to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with South Metropolitan TAFE.
Study mode Online
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $1,933 $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

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

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

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....

Avg yearly income $77,220
Entry barriers Low

Youth Engagement Officer

Youth Engagement Officers run awareness and outreach programs to encourage young people in the community to improve their education, mental health,...

Avg yearly income $83,200
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.

Operating since 2016
Legal name South Metropolitan TAFE
RTO code 52787