Apprenticeship in Youth Work (Level 4)
Social Services
A course by
Careerforce
Workplace-based apprenticeship programme leading to the New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 4) (Social and Community Services) with a strand in Whānau, Community and Social Services, specialising in Youth Work.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
It will take a total of 21 months
Core skills this course teaches
Create a safe environment for young people
Learn how to ensure the physical and emotional safety for the young people you work with.
Mentor and support young people to identify and achieve goals
Develop skills to help young people recognise and pursue their personal and career aspirations via action plans.
Develop, implement, and evaluate youth development projects
What You're Signing Up For
The Apprenticeship in Youth Work (Level 4) supports experienced youth workers to develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes required to work alongside and support young people, their whānau and communities. The programme aims to enhance autonomy, goal setting, resilience, and positive outcomes for youth by developing professional and ethical behaviours, cultural competence, and leadership within the social and community services sector. It is supported by apprenticeship advisors and is underpinned by Mana Taiohi and the Code of Ethics for Youth Work in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Course Content
- Creating safe environments for young people
- Mentoring and supporting youth development and goal setting
- Developing, implementing, and evaluating youth development projects
- Professional and ethical behaviour in youth work
- Engaging with young people, family, and whānau in a culturally respectful manner
- Building and supporting relationships for improved youth outcomes
- Application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in support roles
- Understanding New Zealand’s health and wellbeing context
- Knowledge of kawa and tikanga and Māori cultural frameworks
- Self-awareness, reflective practice, self-care, and personal leadership
- Fostering professionalism, safety, and quality in the workplace
- Researching and applying knowledge to specific conditions or issues relevant to youth
What you need to know first
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Social Services
Youth Work
Community Services
Future employment opportunities might be
Youth worker
Community support worker
Roles supporting young people in social services