Diploma of Youth Work
Make a positive impact in young people's lives
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 well-being.
The role of a youth worker offers many exciting and challenging career opportunities. Diploma of Youth Work graduates are highly sought after for a wide range of positions including those in psycho-social support services, recreational programs, juvenile justice, housing, schools and local government.
Adolescence can be a challenging and transitional time for young people and many may experience mental health and behavioural issues or disorders that need support with, whilst working out their identity on the journey into adulthood. Youth at risk or in crisis can need practical support such as food, shelter, safety, along with counselling to help them get on to a more positive path in their lives.
Gain these skills
- Develop and manage youth programs
- Promote social, emotional and physical well-being
- Respond to critical situations and work with youth at risk
- Assist collective action
- Consultation and training techniques
- Develop and maintain professional networks
- Work with cultural diversity
- Ethical behaviour and legal responsibilities
Your qualification prepares you for roles such as:
Course overview
Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent)
Duration: Two semesters
Competitive: No
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
| Location | Duration | Competitive | Selection criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joondalup (Kendrew Crescent) | Two semesters | No | No selection criteria |
Armadale
Duration:
Competitive: No
Selection criteria: No selection criteria
| Location | Duration | Competitive | Selection criteria |
|---|---|---|---|
| Armadale | No | No selection criteria |