Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention

Is this course right for you?
This course equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to aid at-risk children, youth, and families through early intervention and family support services to improve their well-being.
You will learn how to communicate effectively, implement family intervention strategies, recognise and assist at-risk youth, and work with individuals with mental illness.
Get started in a field with expanding job opportunities including options for flexible and remote work.
Course Length
6-12 months
Course Delivery
Online or Classroom Training.
Course Units
16 units must be completed:
10 core units
6 elective units * Electives subject to change.
Course Funding Options
In Queensland, subject to eligibility criteria, funding is available through the Queensland Government to support completing this qualification:
Student co-contribution fees apply.
Career Opportunities
Possible job titles include:
- Youth Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Child Safety Support Officer
- School Youth Support officer
- Residential Care Officer
- Community Program Officer

Possible job titles include:
- Youth Worker
- Family Support Worker
- Child Safety Support Officer
- School Youth Support officer
- Residential Care Officer
- Community Program Officer

There are no entry requirements to this qualification.
Before enrolling, your proficiency in language, literacy and numeracy will be assessed to determine what level of support you may need to assist you through your study program.
Students require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Please note: Students must complete at least 120 hours of work or vocational placement to be assessed within this qualification.
Both formal and informal skills, knowledge and experience may be recognised as prior learning and could help you avoid training in areas you are already competent.
The RPL pathway is available to any learner who can provide evidence of competency for the units offered within the qualification. Contact Us for more information on this process and how to apply.
We want to make your training experience as easy as possible from start to finish. Everyone has different circumstances and we will work with you to find the best training solution for your situation.
- Register your interest
Use the short Enrolment Enquiry Form below or give us on 07 5334 9922 to register your interest and get the ball rolling! - Eligibility check
We complete an eligibility check to determine if you quality for course funding. - Discuss your enrolment
Within 2 business days, we will call you to discuss your enrolment and eligibility for funding. We are happy to answer any questions. - Enrolment form
We will send an enrolment form for you to complete. You can then supply your ID, arrange payment or payment plan as required.
Enrolment Enquiries
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