Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Partial) Trauma Informed Practice
Sorry, this course is not available for international students.
If you are a local student you may be eligible.
To find a course that's available to international students, please visit the search page:
Overview
6 months full time
January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December
A mandatory industry-recognised qualification
Children and young people who reside in Residential and Out of Home Care require the best possible care that can be provided. Most of these children and young people are vulnerable and have experienced significant trauma and rely on the expertise of support workers who know and understand Trauma Informed Practice.
Melbourne Polytechnic have been delivering this program since 2017 when the Minimum Qualification Strategy for Residential Care Workers in Victoria was released. Using our highly experienced trainers with Residential and Out of Home Care Industry knowledge we have delivered this training to over 2500 students across Victoria.
This Minimum Qualification Strategy for Residential Care Workers requires all support workers who provide direct care in a Residential and Out of Home Care setting that is operated or funded by the Department of Health and Human Services to hold or be undertaking either:
- Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention CHC40321 – This course is the mandatory minimum qualification for all residential care workers.
- Trauma Informed Practice - This course is required for residential care workers that currently hold a recognised qualification as listed by DHHS on the Minimum Qualification Strategy.
The course brings together a three way relationship between Students, their Employer (Industry) and Melbourne Polytechnic. This enables the student to be supported by both Melbourne Polytechnic and the employer to allow the student to meet all assessment requirements of their training. Working closely with large and small Residential and Out of Home Care providers across Victoria, Melbourne Polytechnic can ensure all course material is current and applicable to the practice of students and the expectations of employers.
Gain the skills to pursue your passion
At Melbourne Polytechnic, you will learn to support children and young people with complex trauma and learn about trauma-informed care, providing primary residential care and managing behaviours of concern. Developed in collaboration with the Residential and Out of Home Care sector, industry training providers and the Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare, Melbourne Polytechnic was the first TAFE to offer this course to Victorian residential carers.
Supporting an industry model of delivery for students currently working in Residential and Out of Home Care, we deliver this training via Melbourne Polytechnic’s online learning environment, Moodle with either face-to-face or virtual classroom experiences.
Intakes
- January 30
- February 6
- March 13
- April 16
- May 14
- June 11
- July 16
- August 13
- September 3
- October 8
- November 12
- December 3
Career Pathways
Where will the Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention (Partial) - Trauma Informed Practice CHC40321 take me?
This course is designed to help those who work in youth and family intervention in the Residential and Out of Home Care sectors. This includes encouraging practice specialists in education, family support and early intervention to take their careers to the next level. This course enables you to meet the minimum requirements to work in the sector in the following roles:
- Child Welfare Officer
- Therapeutic Support Worker
- Residential Care Worker
- Youth Support Worker
- Family Prevention Worker
- Disability Support Worker
- Out of Home Care Worker
- Case Support Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Residential Support Worker
- Education Integration Aides working with OOHC children
Study Pathways
This is a partial qualification. Students will receive a statement of attainment and statement of results with the specified units.
You may be eligible to apply for further studies in community services, including disability work, and protective services work. On completion, you may apply for entry into our CHC52021 Diploma of Community Services.
Course Details
Delivery methods
An option of face to face classes held at the Preston campus or Virtual class delivery via Zoom. Must complete a minimum of 177 workplace hours working with a minimum of 3 children/young people.
How you will study
Each course has a dedicated learning method that is designed to let you thrive in your studies.
On-campus / Virtual classroom
A blend of both face-to-face and virtual learning with scheduled classes taking place on-campus and in virtual classrooms. Visit the How You'll Study page for more information.
Assessment Methods
You will be assessed in a variety of ways both in the classroom and in the workplace. Methods include online learning, on-the-job demonstrations of skills and knowledge, in class activities and written tasks.
Units of Study
The hours displayed are nominal, actual classroom hours delivered may differ. Please contact us for the latest student contact hours information.
| Code | Subject | Elective | Hours |
| CHCCCS009 | Facilitate responsible behaviour | Elective | 40 |
| CHCMHS007 | Work effectively in trauma informed care | Core | 40 |
| CHCPRT033 | Provide support to children and youth in out-of-home care | Elective | 90 |
| CHCPRT034 | Work with children and young people with complex trauma and attachment issues and needs | Core | 75 |
Attend an Information Session
Fees & Costs
| Concession | Government subsidised fee | Non-subsidised fee | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition fee | $350 | $1750 | $3100 |
| Maximum annual amenities | $175 | $250 | $250 |
| Total payable | $525 | $2000 | $3350 |
| Per year | $0 |
| Per semester | $0 |
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
Displayed course fees are indicative only. There are many variables that impact the total amount of your full course costs including qualification for government subsidies, concessions or recognition of prior learning. Tuition fees do not include the cost of student amenities or material costs.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Contact us to find out if you’re eligible for a Government subsidy.
Melbourne Polytechnic offers a range of payment options to help you pay your tuition fees, so you can get on with your studies.
Fees displayed are effective for new applications received on or after 1st of November. Tuition fees do not include textbooks, course materials or overseas student health insurance and visa fees.
After initial deposit, international students are able to pay tuition fees in installments, four times per year.
For more detailed information please read the International Student Fees.
Fees explained
The fees for those ineligible for a government-funded enrolment.
The cost of tuition for those eligible for government funding.
Concession fees are charged at 20 per cent of the standard fees for enrolments in Certificate I to IV courses. To be eligible students must meet Skills First eligibility criteria and present a valid:
- Commonwealth Health Care card, or
- Pensioner Concession card, or
- Any dependent spouse or dependent child of one of the above cardholders, or
- Veterans Gold card.
The following groups are eligible for concession fees from Certificate I to Advanced Diploma level:
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
- Asylum Seekers and victims of human trafficking
Additional expenses
The Student Services and Amenities Fee is charged at forty cents (40 cents) per student contact hour and is capped over a twelve (12) month period, effective from the enrolment date, to:
- $250 for full fee-paying students; and
- $175 for concession-paying students studying Certificate I, II, III, or IV.
Amenities fees are used to improve non-academic services including libraries, counselling services, student support, and recreational activities.
Work books and class materials are supplied.
Community services
The Course in Identifying and Responding to Family Violence Risk 22510VIC provides an accredited training program and vocational outcomes for a person in universal services role to identify the presenting risk of family violence for universal service users and provide a response appropriate to the role of universal service professionals.
Requirements
Industry-only delivery for the Residential and Out of Home Care Sector.Next Steps
We're really excited for you to join the Melbourne Polytechnic community and we look forward to supporting you on your education journey.
It is a mandatory government requirement for all prospective students to complete an online literacy and numeracy assessment. Once you are ready to enrol this can be done online or you can attend our Skills and Job Centres to complete your enrolment in person.
If you require further information please contact 03 9269 8819 or email admin24CYF@melbournepolytechnic.edu.au
Community services at Melbourne Polytechnic
Giving Back to the Community: Vida’s Story
Vida Rafiedzadeh Kermani was awarded the 2023 Outstanding Human Services and Education Vocational Education Student of the Year.
Meg Madeley helping community through Mental Health training
Meg Madeley brings her whole self into her role as a newly minted direct support worker in the mental health care sector.
Learn More
Melbourne Polytechnic finalist in Victorian Training Awards
Melbourne Polytechnic has been selected as a finalist in the Victorian Training Awards.
Learn More
Pathology Lab
Our true-to-life facility will support you in building the technical skills you need in a lab equipped with industry-standard equipment.
Learn MoreRecognising Organisations
Nationally Recognised Training This course is government accredited and has national recognition.
Local student means; you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, a New Zealand citizen or a permanent humanitarian visa holder.