Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in Youth Justice
Certificate IV in Youth Justice
CHC41908
D296
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 25/03/2011 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification covers youth justice workers who supervise young people who have been directed by the justice system to be in the care and direction of authorised community and/or government agencies.
The supervision will be managed through a range of community and institution-based programs designed to meet the social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental and protection needs of young people.
Occupational titles may include:
Juvenile justice officer
Visits coordinator
Mentors
Youth justice officer
Secure environment worker
Youth residential worker
Unit coordinator / manager
Youth worker (juvenile justice)
Schedule
Packaging Rules
15 units are required for award of this qualification including:- 8 core units
- 7 elective units
A wide range of elective units is available, including:
- Group A electives of which one unit must be selected for this qualification
- Group B elective which is recommended for culturally aware and respectful practice
- Group C first aid electives of which one or more may be required for youth work in some jurisdictions
- Other relevant electives listed below and grouped to facilitate selection for specific contexts such as community youth justice work or centre-based youth justice work
- Units of competency to address workplace requirements and packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in Community Services and/or Health Training Packages
- Where appropriate, to address workplace requirements, up to 3 units of competency packaged at the level of this qualification or higher in other relevant Training Packages or accredited courses where the details of those courses are avai
1. Core Units
All eight (8) units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8381 | HLTOHS300B | Contribute to OHS processes | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D8589 | CHCORG303B | Participate effectively in the work environment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D2742 | CHCYTH407D | Respond to critical situations | 60 | Unit of competency |
| D2694 | CHCPROT510D | Support the progress and development of young people | 70 | Unit of competency |
| D2313 | CHCCOM403A | Use targeted communication skills to build relationships | 45 | Unit of competency |
| D8281 | HLTHIR403C | Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2732 | CHCYJ401A | Work in the youth justice environment | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D8556 | CHCCS400B | Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework | 50 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
One (1) of the following units must be completed
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2683 | CHCPROT405D | Provide supervision in the community | 45 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Unit
One (1) unit to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D8283 | HLTHIR404D | Work effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Other Elective Units
Five (5) units to be completed
The following group outlines ONE example of a training program for this qualification.
Please refer to the Training Package for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D2356 | CHCCS521A | Assess and respond to individuals at risk of suicide | 80 | Unit of competency |
| D2288 | CHCCHILD401A | Identify and respond to children and young people at risk | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5840 | HLTCSD306C | Respond effectively to difficult or challenging behaviour | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D2293 | CHCCM401D | Undertake case management | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2230 | CHCAOD510A | Work effectively with clients with complex alcohol and/or other drugs issues | 60 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S284 | CHC40702 | Certificate IV in Youth Work (Juvenile Justice) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J267 | CHC41912 | Certificate IV in Youth Justice | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
1. This qualification is the copyright of The Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR).
2. This program was entered on to STARS by VET Teaching & Learning Directorate on 20/10/2009. For further information please contact the Boon Liang on 9264 4652.
Entry Requirements
Not Applicable
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