This is a one-year introductory program for students interested in a range of entry-level careers in Youth Work.

You will gain an insight into the diverse challenges and needs of young people in a range of public and community-based settings and be prepared for further study in the field.

1 year full-time or equivalent part-time

Campus availability

• Melbourne (Attendance) - (Application not available)

Study mode definitions

Attendance: Face-to-face and/or via video conference, at an ACU campus or another location.

Multi-mode: A combination of Online and Attendance (including examinations, practicums, residentials, etc.).

Online: Fully online (including assessments).

‘Pre:’ – indicates a unit that must be completed before the next unit can be undertaken (prerequisite).
A blank cell indicates that there are no additional units required for that study period.
This is a sample program only and units will vary between states. Please refer to the handbook for the prerequisite units and the current listing.

Deferment

Credit Points

80

Exit Point

Students who successfully complete four or more units in the Diploma in Youth Work may exit with a Non-Award Certificate in Youth Work.

Course Units (Subjects)

• Average first year fee: $7035 Commonwealth Supported (indicative only; subject to passage of legislation)

Important Note on Fees

All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a full-time study load of 40 credit points (normally 4 units) per semester.

A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:

• the number of units studied per semester;
• the choice of major or specialisation; and
• elective units.

The University reviews fees annually.

An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy that includes meeting a minimum ATAR requirement.

International students must also meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.

To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed:

1. Equivalent of year 12 level with the ACU minimum eligibility rank for Diploma programs
   OR
2. Entry via an alternative pathway as approved by ACU.

*Disclaimer: The Course entry requirements above are for 2020 Admission.

There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of the course or unit. Learn more about inherent requirements and how they affect you, and explore the requirements for your course.

Domestic applications for Semester 1, 2020 have closed. If you are interested in the next offering of this course, click the Register Your Interest button and we'll contact you with details.

Admission Schemes

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Admission Program

Work and Life Experience

• Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
• Work experience - A Selection Rank can be calculated based on your work experience - you need to document all of your experience and provide supporting documentation.

If you have a Selection Rank but it's not enough for this course

• Complete 2 non-award individual UG units; the results attained for these units can then be converted to a Selection Rank
• Complete a VET qualification such as an AQF Certificate IV, Diploma or Advanced Diploma.

On completion of the Diploma in Youth Work, graduates may seek entry level employment opportunities in a variety of public and community organisations. Roles may include working with young people or assisting with the administration of youth organizations.

A Working with children check is required.

Overall score: 6.0. Individual score of 5.5 in all tests.

The Diploma in Youth Work is a pathway program into the Bachelor of Youth Work. Students who have successfully completed the Diploma in Youth Work will be able to commence in the second year of the Bachelor of Youth Work

• Individual Units (apply for units outside of a course)
• Financial support
• Student support
• Exchange and Study Abroad