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.
Course record
Career Opportunities
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 organisations.
Majors
Sociology, Youth Work.
Entry requirements
Review the captured standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.
Standard entry
Current Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Business Management, Environmental Science, any English, Geography, History: Australian History, Health and Human Development, Industry and Enterprise, Literature, any LOTE, Legal Studies, Media, Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, Outdoor and Environmental Studies, Philosophy, Australian Politics, Global Politics, Psychology, Religion and Society, Sociology, Texts and Traditions or Extended Investigation equals 1 aggregate point per study. A study score of 40 in Business Management, Environmental Science, any English, Geography, History: Australian History, Health and Human Development, Industry and Enterprise, Literature, any LOTE, Legal Studies, Media, Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, Outdoor and Environmental Studies, Philosophy, Australian Politics, Global Politics, Psychology, Religion and Society, Sociology, Texts and Traditions or Extended Investigation equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Australian Catholic University SEAS information and the Australian Catholic University website Recent Year 12 graduates ATAR This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations. Subject adjustment A study score of 35 in Business Management, Environmental Science, any English, Geography, History: Australian History, Health and Human Development, Industry and Enterprise, Literature, any LOTE, Legal Studies, Media, Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, Outdoor and Environmental Studies, Philosophy, Australian Politics, Global Politics, Psychology, Religion and Society, Sociology, Texts and Traditions or Extended Investigation equals 1 aggregate point per study. A study score of 40 in Business Management, Environmental Science, any English, Geography, History: Australian History, Health and Human Development, Industry and Enterprise, Literature, any LOTE, Legal Studies, Media, Maths: General Mathematics, Maths: Specialist Mathematics, Outdoor and Environmental Studies, Philosophy, Australian Politics, Global Politics, Psychology, Religion and Society, Sociology, Texts and Traditions or Extended Investigation equals 2 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Australian Catholic University SEAS information and the Australian Catholic University website Applicants with Higher Education study Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) The STAT will be considered for most ACU courses for the following applicants who are 21 years of age or older: Applicants with no prior secondary school (Year 12) and/or Applications with no VET qualifications higher than a Certificate III and/or Applicants with secondary school (Year 12) results that do not meet the minimum entry requirement for the course For more information, please visit Entry to ACU Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Australian Catholic University SEAS information and the Australian Catholic University website Applicants with VET study Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) The STAT will be considered for most ACU courses for the following applicants who are 21 years of age or older: Applicants with no prior secondary school (Year 12) and/or Applications with no VET qualifications higher than a Certificate III and/or Applicants with secondary school (Year 12) results that do not meet the minimum entry requirement for the course For more information, please visit Entry to ACU Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Australian Catholic University SEAS information and the Australian Catholic University website Applicants with work and life experience Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) The STAT will be considered for most ACU courses for the following applicants who are 21 years of age or older: Applicants with no prior secondary school (Year 12) and/or Applications with no VET qualifications higher than a Certificate III and/or Applicants with secondary school (Year 12) results that do not meet the minimum entry requirement for the course For more information, please visit Entry to ACU Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) Entire academic record This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations. SEAS (Special Entry Access Scheme) Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Scheme (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application. For further information go to Australian Catholic University SEAS information and the Australian Catholic University website
English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 18PTE Academic 50, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 169
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.