New Zealand Certificate in Youth Work
New Zealand Skills and Education College
Subject area
Youth Work
Qualification
Duration
32 Weeks
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the youth work sector with youth workers who have operational and theoretical knowledge skills and attitudes to practise youth work independently.
This qualification is intended for people to enhance their skills, knowledge, and practice as a Youth Worker.
Graduates will be able to work autonomously under professional supervision and contribute to positive youth development outcomes in diverse and defined contexts.
Graduates will uphold positive youth development approaches and practice that are informed by Te Tiriti o Waitangi, The Code of Ethics for Youth Work, Mana Taiohi, current positive youth development frameworks and legislative requirements.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
The entry requirements for this programme are: - NCEA Level 2 or equivalent OR - New Zealand Certificate in Youth Work (Level 4) [NZ2449] OR - Relevant work experience and evidence of suitability. Minimum Age Applicants must be a minimum of 17 years old at the start of the programme. Additional requirements: Learners are required to fulfil the requirements of the Children s act 2014 (formerly the Vulnerable Children s Act 2014,) safety check which includes: - Police Check clearance to a level required for working with vulnerable children. - Two Referees (not family or friends) - An Interview NZSE Youth Work L5 PAAD v2.0 NZ4795v1 [Feb2025] Page 48 of 137 - A short statement of intent - why the learner wishes to join the programme English Language Requirements: Applicants must have sufficient competence in the English language to undertake the programme which is taught and assessed in English. Details of English language entry requirements for international learners can be found at: https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/tertiary/english-language-entryrequirements-for-international-students/ International students must hold a valid study visa to enrol in this programme.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
32 Weeks
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Student Success
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National Graduate Outcomes
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (09) 827 6100
Fax: (09) 827 2660
Email: nzqa@nzse.ac.nz
Web: http://www.nzse.ac.nz
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