Industry Mandatory Top Up Units
Are you ready to take your expertise in child and youth care to the next level?
Whether you’re already working in the field or looking to expand your skill set, these top-up units are designed to give you the specialized knowledge you need to excel in supporting children and young people facing complex challenges.
Let’s dive into what each unit offers and how they can boost your career!
Why these units are for You
These top-up units aren’t just about adding to your qualifications – they’re about deepening your impact. Whether you’re supporting children in out-of-home care, working with those who’ve experienced trauma, or guiding responsible behavior, these units will give you the tools to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you serve.
CHCPRT033 – Provide Support to Children and Youth in Out-of-Home Care
Imagine being the person who helps turn a difficult situation into a safe, supportive environment for a child or young person. This unit is all about equipping you with the skills to provide high-quality care in out-of-home settings. You’ll learn how to create a nurturing, stable environment that meets the unique needs of each child, ensuring they feel supported and valued.
Why It’s Important: Out-of-home care can be a challenging experience for children and youth. This unit will empower you to be the positive influence they need, helping them navigate their circumstances with resilience and hope.
What You’ll Learn: Gain insights into the different types of out-of-home care, understand the legal and ethical considerations, and develop strategies to support emotional, social, and physical wellbeing.
CHCMHS007 – Work Effectively in Trauma-Informed Care
Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) isn’t just a buzzword – it’s a crucial approach to supporting individuals who have experienced trauma. This unit will guide you through the principles of TIC, ensuring you provide care that’s empathetic, respectful, and responsive to the needs of trauma survivors.
Why It’s Important: Understanding trauma and its effects is essential for anyone working in community services. This unit will help you create a safe and supportive environment where healing can occur.
What You’ll Learn: Learn how to apply trauma-informed principles in your work, including recognizing trauma triggers, providing appropriate support, and fostering a sense of safety and trust.
CHCPRT034 – Work with Children and Young People with Complex Trauma and Attachment Issues and Needs
Do you want to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people who have experienced trauma? This unit dives deep into understanding complex trauma and attachment issues, giving you the tools to support those who need it most.
Why It’s Important: Trauma and attachment issues can significantly impact a child’s development and behavior. With the right skills, you can help them heal and build strong, healthy relationships.
What You’ll Learn: Explore the impact of trauma on development, learn to recognize signs of attachment issues, and develop intervention strategies that promote healing and growth.
CHCCCS009 – Facilitate Responsible Behaviour
Are you ready to help children and young people develop responsible behavior that will set them up for success in life? This unit focuses on strategies for guiding behavior in a positive, constructive way, promoting responsibility and self-regulation.
Why It’s Important: Positive behavior support is key to helping children and youth build the skills they need to navigate challenges and make responsible decisions.
What You’ll Learn: Discover techniques for encouraging responsible behavior, understand the factors that influence behavior, and learn how to create environments that support positive change.
Boost Your Career and Make a Difference – Enroll Today!
If you’re passionate about providing top-tier support to children, youth, and trauma survivors, these units are your next step. Enroll today and gain the specialized skills that will set you apart as a dedicated and knowledgeable professional!
Unit Overview
CHCPRT033 – Provide Support to Children and Youth in Out-of-Home Care
This unit focuses on equipping you with the skills needed to support children and young people in out-of-home care settings. You’ll learn how to create a nurturing environment, address the unique needs of each child, and ensure their emotional and physical well-being while they are away from their families.
CHCPRT034 – Work with Children and Young People with Complex Trauma and Attachment Issues and Needs
Gain expertise in working with children and young people who have experienced complex trauma and struggle with attachment issues. This unit covers strategies to recognize and address trauma impacts, fostering healthy attachments and supporting the overall healing process.
CHCMHS007 – Work Effectively in Trauma-Informed Care
Learn how to apply Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) principles in your practice. This unit provides you with the skills to create a supportive, empathetic environment for individuals who have experienced trauma, ensuring that your care approach is sensitive and effective.
CHCCCS009 – Facilitate Responsible Behaviour
This unit teaches you how to promote and guide responsible behavior in children and young people. You’ll explore techniques for encouraging positive behavior, understanding behavioral influences, and creating supportive environments that foster personal responsibility and growth.
About the Units
Duration
1 - month
Study Mode
Blended
(online and face to face)
Course Fee
$1,000
Practical Placement
No work placement hours required
Employment Pathways
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Residential Care Worker
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Residential Care Support Worker
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Youth Support Worker
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Youth Worker
Study Pathways
CHC40321
Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention
CHC50321
Diploma of Child, Youth and family intervention
CHC52021
Diploma of Community Services
Bachelor of Social Work
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Austral College will require all students to meet the following requirements:
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Be over 18 years of age at time of commencement of this course
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Complete an Enrolment Form
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Provide identification documents, including a photo
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Successful completion of Language, Literacy and Numeracy Assessment
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Complete a Pre-Training Review (PTR)
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Obtain Unique Student Identifier (USI)
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Computer Literacy
Units of Competency
Unit Code: Unit Title:
CHCCCS009 Facilitate responsible behaviour
CHCMHS007 Work effectively in trauma informed care
CHCPRT033 Provide Support to Children and Youth in Out-of-Home Care
CHCPRT034 Work with children and young people with complex trauma and attachment issues and needs