Certificate IV in Career Development

This course is being offered to two specific groups and therefore has different requirements and completion methods for each. The General Entry is available for all candidates who wish to complete the qualification for personal development or for their current employment. Teacher Entry is offered to registered teachers where they can apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and complete the course in shorter time.

1. General Entry

Entry Requirements

Good understanding of written and oral English Research skills applicable to AQF 4 level Successful completion of a Certificate III or equivalent in any field

Duration:

General applicants can study this program part-time over a period of 12 months. A blend of face-to-face and online learning is available.

Fees:

$1680.00

Commencement:

To obtain a Certificate IV in Career Development 16 Units of Competency (13 Core and 3 Electives) will be completed in the following areas:

Core
CHCCOM403C	Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCCS400A	Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCNET404A	Facilitate links with other services
CHCORG405C	Maintain an effective work environment
CHCES411A	Collect, analyse and apply labour market information
CHCCDP401A	Apply a career development framework
HLTHIR403B	Work effectively with culturally diverse clients and co-workers
CHCCAR501A	Conduct career guidance interview
CHCCDP402B	Assist clients to plan and access career pathways
CHCCDP403B	Analyse and apply education and training information
CHCCS407B	Operate referral services
CHCCS411A	Work effectively in the community sector
HLTOHS300A	Contribute to OHS processes
Elective
CHCES406A	Provide job search support
CHCES404B	Promote clients to employers
CHCORG529B	Provide coaching and motivation
CHCYTH301D	Work effectively with young people

2. Teacher Entry

Entry Requirements

Registered teacher working in VET and/or Career Studies in schools, including those teachers involved in helping students develop SET Plans.

Teacher Aide in VET and/or Career Studies in schools, including those teachers involved in helping students develop SET Plans.

Competencies:

To obtain a Certificate IV in Career Development 16 Units of Competency (13 Core and 3 Electives) will be completed in the following areas:

RPL* - Most teachers will qualify for RPL for the following:
CHCORG405C	Maintain an effective work environment
HLTHIR403B	Work effectively with culturally diverse clients & co-workers
HLTOHS300A	Contribute to OHS processes
CHCCOM403A	Use targeted communication skills to build relationships
CHCCS400A	Work within a relevant legal and ethical framework
CHCNET404A	Facilitate links with other services (Elective)
CHCYTH301D	Work effectively with young people (Elective)
CHCORG529B	Provide coaching and motivation (Elective)
*(Recognition subject to RPL Application & provision of relevant
Duration & Competencies - To obtain a Certificate IV in Career Development, teachers who meet the above criteria can participate in a 4 Day Workshop covering the following units:
CHCCDP402B	Assist clients to plan and access career pathways
CHCCDP403B	Analyse and apply education and training information
CHCCDP401A	Deliver service consistent with a career development framework
CHCES411A	Collect, analyse and apply labour market information
CHCCAR501A	Conduct career guidance interview
CHCCS407B	Operate referral procedures
CHCCS411A	Work effectively in the community sector
CHCES404B	Promote clients to employers (Elective)