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    Youth Work courses

    How can you help young people in crisis? There's a good chance this is the key question that's sparked your interest in youth work. Luckily, it's the ...

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    • Certificate IVYouth Work

      CHC40421-01

      Turn your enthusiasm for empowering young people into a rewarding career as a community services youth worker. Make a real difference in your local community by supporting young people so they can build a strong future.

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    • DiplomaYouth Work

      CHC50421-01

      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 wellbeing.

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    Youth work course information

    There are so many ways to study at TAFE NSW. You can choose an option that suits your learning style and lifestyle.

    • Face-to-face courses at TAFE NSW are immersive and interactive, and you can choose between fu...
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    Who is a youth work course good for?

    If you have a passion for working with young people, then there's a good chance you're in the right place. You feel strongly that all young people deserve to have their physical, social and emotional needs met....

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    Youth work career paths

    From support staff in schools all the way to youth outreach workers, there are plenty of opportunities in this in-demand industry. Here are some of the most popular jobs in the field of youth work:

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    How do I enrol?

    At TAFE NSW you can apply or enrol to do a course.

    If your course has no entry requirements, you can enrol directly. If there are entry requirements, you will need to apply to be accepted for a position in the course.

    1. Go to the TAFE NSW website to view the course you are interested in
    2. Check if there are any entry requirements, as you may be asked to supply additional information
    3. Select a course location to progress your enrolment
    4. Follow the prompts to complete
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