Bachelor of Youth Work

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

• Academic Admission requirements (Band 3)

  All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Cert IV;
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Undergraduate Certificate;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
  • University Preparation Course;*
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or*
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.*

  * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

  For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.

• English Language requirements (Band 3)

  English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;*
  • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
  • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

  * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

Course Entry

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

• Academic Admission requirements (Band 3)

  All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • AQF Cert IV;
  • Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
  • Undergraduate Certificate;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
  • University Preparation Course;*
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or*
  • Experience Based Entry Scheme.*

  * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

  For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.

• English Language requirements (Band 3)

  English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

  • Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
  • Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
  • IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
  • Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
  • University Preparation Course;
  • Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
  • Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;*
  • AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
  • Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
  • Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.

  * Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

Course Details

Semester availability

Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online

Semester 1: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online

Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online

Semester 2: Study part-time at Joondalup or Online

Course Structure

C57|4

For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Course notes

Important course notes

• Practicum requirement

  A key feature of the course is the year-long supervised practicum that offers students the opportunity to gain real world experience working with young people in supportive environments. This is a core unit. Students graduate with valuable employability skills and enhanced job prospects.
  

  Attendance requirements

  Students must attend placement agencies as agreed with the practicum coordinator. The placements are found by the placement coordinator. Students are required to complete 400 hours over two semesters, negotiated between the student, the practicum coordinator and the agency.

  Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required

  Risk Management Assessment is negotiated with the agencies and ECU under agreement arrangements.
  
  Western Australian applicants are required to have a Working With Children Check. Applicants from other Australian states and territories must be able to meet the criminal records checks relevant to their jurisdiction. International students must meet Western Australian requirements, in addition to the requirements of their home country.
  
  The practicum coordinator must view the Working with Children Check before students commence practicum. Placement agencies may also need to see the Working with Children Check. If a student is denied this card they will not be able to complete the practicum and will not be able to graduate from the course.

  Professional practice rules

  The requirements are based upon the requirements of Youth Work (WA) formerly known as the West Australian Association of Youth Workers.

• Membership

  Graduates are eligible to apply for membership with Youth Work WA. Graduates can apply for full membership of Youth Work WA.

Course learning outcomes

1. Apply broad theoretical and technical knowledge of youth work theory, methods, principles and values to a range of situations relevant to Youth Work, including its contribution to society, communities and young people.
2. Think critically to analyse and make decisions about complex ideas encountered in Youth Work that take into account environmental, social, cultural and economic implications.
3. Use digital technologies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources that are appropriate to Youth Work.
4. Communicate knowledge of sociological perspectives on youth, and independently express ideas clearly, coherently and appropriately to diverse audiences including young people, families, colleagues and the public.
5. Demonstrate how global context shapes similarities and differences in work with young people and develop a cross-cultural responsiveness, including Indigenous cultural competence.
6. Work collaboratively to develop programs, projects and services that exhibit social, sustainable, and ethical values relevant young people.
7. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning in professional practice in work with young people.

Course Details

Semester availability

Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online

Semester 1: Study part-time Online

Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online

Semester 2: Study part-time Online

Course Structure

C57|4

For more detailed unit information for this course take a look at our Handbook. To organise your life for next semester visit the Teaching timetable.

Course notes

Important course notes

• Practicum requirement

  A key feature of the course is the year-long supervised practicum that offers students the opportunity to gain real world experience working with young people in supportive environments. This is a core unit. Students graduate with valuable employability skills and enhanced job prospects.
  

  Attendance requirements

  Students must attend placement agencies as agreed with the practicum coordinator. The placements are found by the placement coordinator. Students are required to complete 400 hours over two semesters, negotiated between the student, the practicum coordinator and the agency.

  Clearances and/or Risk Management Protocols Required

  Risk Management Assessment is negotiated with the agencies and ECU under agreement arrangements.
  
  Western Australian applicants are required to have a Working With Children Check. Applicants from other Australian states and territories must be able to meet the criminal records checks relevant to their jurisdiction. International students must meet Western Australian requirements, in addition to the requirements of their home country.
  
  The practicum coordinator must view the Working with Children Check before students commence practicum. Placement agencies may also need to see the Working with Children Check. If a student is denied this card they will not be able to complete the practicum and will not be able to graduate from the course.

  Professional practice rules

  The requirements are based upon the requirements of Youth Work (WA) formerly known as the West Australian Association of Youth Workers.

• Membership

  Graduates are eligible to apply for membership with Youth Work WA. Graduates can apply for full membership of Youth Work WA.

Course learning outcomes

1. Apply broad theoretical and technical knowledge of youth work theory, methods, principles and values to a range of situations relevant to Youth Work, including its contribution to society, communities and young people.
2. Think critically to analyse and make decisions about complex ideas encountered in Youth Work that take into account environmental, social, cultural and economic implications.
3. Use digital technologies to access, evaluate and synthesise relevant information from multiple sources that are appropriate to Youth Work.
4. Communicate knowledge of sociological perspectives on youth, and independently express ideas clearly, coherently and appropriately to diverse audiences including young people, families, colleagues and the public.
5. Demonstrate how global context shapes similarities and differences in work with young people and develop a cross-cultural responsiveness, including Indigenous cultural competence.
6. Work collaboratively to develop programs, projects and services that exhibit social, sustainable, and ethical values relevant young people.
7. Demonstrate autonomy, accountability and judgement for own learning in professional practice in work with young people.

Fees and Scholarships

Fees

• AUD $8,950 - Commonwealth supported estimated 1st year indicative fee ¹

Scholarships

ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.

Career Opportunities

This course prepares graduates for various positions in youth work. Entry level positions may be in youth welfare services including homeless support services, youth health, youth advocacy and support programs, in youth centres, the education sector or with local government. This course can also lead to careers in youth addiction, youth justice, child protection or youth mental health services. Or you may wish to pursue careers with a special focus on recreation, sport, adventure programs, youth arts, youth counselling, addiction services, youth mental health services, or youth justice.

Possible future job titles

Youth Worker, Youth Support Worker, Youth Development Officer, Youth Activities Officer, Youth Welfare Worker, Youth and Family Mediation, Youth Health Educator, Youth Policy Officer, Youth Outreach Worker, Youth Engagement Worker, Youth Mental Health Worker, School Chaplain, Youth Mental Health Care Coordinator, Youth and Community Worker, Community Education Worker (Youth), Youth Officer, Youth Liaison Worker, School Retention and Participation Officer.

Fees and Scholarships

Fees

• AUD $38,500 - International students estimated 1st year indicative fee ¹

Scholarships

ECU has a scholarship program that provides many opportunities each year to students undertaking studies here.

Career Opportunities

This course prepares graduates for various positions in youth work. Entry level positions may be in youth welfare services including homeless support services, youth health, youth advocacy and support programs, in youth centres, the education sector or with local government. This course can also lead to careers in youth addiction, youth justice, child protection or youth mental health services. Or you may wish to pursue careers with a special focus on recreation, sport, adventure programs, youth arts, youth counselling, addiction services, youth mental health services, or youth justice.

Possible future job titles

Youth Worker, Youth Support Worker, Youth Development Officer, Youth Activities Officer, Youth Welfare Worker, Youth and Family Mediation, Youth Health Educator, Youth Policy Officer, Youth Outreach Worker, Youth Engagement Worker, Youth Mental Health Worker, School Chaplain, Youth Mental Health Care Coordinator, Youth and Community Worker, Community Education Worker (Youth), Youth Officer, Youth Liaison Worker, School Retention and Participation Officer.