New Zealand Certificate in Youth Work (Level 4)
Social Services
A course by
Toi Ohomai
Gain the skills to support, mentor, and empower youth in New Zealand communities with the New Zealand Certificate in Youth Work (Level 4) at Toi Ohomai. Blended delivery, practical placements, and flexible learning prepare you for an impactful intermediate-level youth work career.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 6 months
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Understand Professional Youth Work Boundaries
Learn about the key professional parameters and ethical boundaries required for effective and safe practice in youth work.
Promote Youth Wellbeing and Health
Develop skills to address and support the health and wellbeing needs of young people.
Navigate Youth Culture and Practice Transformation
Gain insight into youth cultures and stages of development to enable transformative, supportive practice.
What You're Signing Up For
This programme prepares students to work positively with youth (ages 10-24) in community settings, covering professional, health, and cultural aspects of youth work. The blended learning model enables those employed or volunteering to study flexibly. Students must complete 200 hours of practical work experience. Graduates can pursue roles in various organisations supporting youth, including peer support groups, community agencies, and faith-based groups.
Course Content
- Professional Parameters for Youth Work
- Youth Health
- Youth Culture and Transformative Practice
- Applied Practice for Youth Development
- 200 hours of practical work experience
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 with passes in English/Te Reo Māori or education achievement
Signed consent for police check
Declaration of criminal convictions (if applicable)
Interview (for applicants with convictions)
Two character references from trusted persons (not family/friends/colleagues)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Youth Work
Community Services
Social Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Intermediate-level youth worker
Youth programme coordinator
Community or peer support roles
Roles in youth service agencies
Positions in community, marae, or faith-based youth groups
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