Lead the Change – Support and Advocate for Australia’s Youth with Confidence
Are you passionate about creating long-term, positive change in the lives of young people? The CHC50421 – Diploma of Youth Work from Australian Skills Asian Colleges prepares you for advanced and leadership roles within Australia’s youth support services. You’ll gain the tools to lead youth programs, manage complex cases, and support young people experiencing serious social, emotional, or educational challenges.
Designed especially for Vietnamese students, this course offers both a rewarding career path and a pathway to long-term work or migration opportunities in Australia.
This nationally recognised diploma provides the theoretical knowledge and practical skills to lead youth-focused programs in a variety of settings including community centres, schools, crisis shelters, and advocacy organisations. You’ll learn how to work with high-risk youth, support families, promote inclusion, and lead support teams with confidence.
This course is ideal for those already working in youth services or those who have completed CHC40421 – Certificate IV in Youth Work and wish to deepen their expertise.
Qualification Code: CHC50421
Qualification Title: Diploma of Youth Work
Provider: Australian Skills Asian Colleges
Delivery Mode: Classroom-based + Workplace placement
Course Duration: 18–24 months
Language of Instruction: English
Career Outcomes: Senior Youth Worker, Case Manager, Youth Program Coordinator, Youth Team Leader, Family Support Worker
You will develop advanced capabilities in:
Managing complex youth issues such as homelessness, abuse, or mental health
Designing, implementing, and evaluating youth programs
Applying trauma-informed care and crisis intervention models
Leading teams and mentoring junior youth workers
Navigating legal and ethical frameworks in child and youth protection
Advocating for the rights and needs of young people
Building culturally inclusive and respectful services
CHCYTH016 – Work in a youth work context
CHCYTH021 – Support youth programs
CHCYTH022 – Provide services for the needs and circumstances of young people
CHCCSM013 – Facilitate and review case management
CHCPRP003 – Reflect on and improve own professional practice
CHCMGT005 – Facilitate workplace debriefing and support processes
CHCLEG003 – Manage legal and ethical compliance
CHCYTH031 – Provide services for young people with complex needs
Includes minimum 240 hours of work placement in youth-focused organisations in Australia.
Graduates of this diploma are qualified for supervisory or leadership roles in:
Youth services and outreach programs
Community centres and shelters
Non-profit and advocacy groups
Government youth services
Schools and alternative education programs
Common job titles include:
Senior Youth Worker
Youth Case Manager
Youth Program Coordinator
Family Support Worker
Youth Residential Services Manager
Diploma-level training aligned with national youth service standards
Real-life placement in trusted Australian youth support settings
Expert trainers with deep sector knowledge
English support and migration pathway guidance for Vietnamese students
Option to progress to Bachelor of Social Work, Community Services, or Youth Justice
Youth work is a meaningful profession, and Vietnamese students are highly valued for their empathy, dedication, and cultural understanding. This diploma not only empowers you with professional skills, but also opens doors to long-term work and skilled migration pathways in Australia.
Whether you’re stepping into leadership or advancing your current youth work career, the CHC50421 – Diploma of Youth Work equips you to create real, lasting impact.
📞 Contact Australian Skills Asian Colleges today to secure your seat, receive support with student visas, and explore job placement pathways across Australia.