Course snapshot
Domestic snapshot
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Start Date
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Duration
0.5 years full-time; 1 year part-time
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Location
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Placements
NA
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ATAR
NA
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Inherent Requirements
NA
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Language Requirements
IELTS Overall Score
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Entry Requirements
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Course abbreviation
GradCertChildYouthSt
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Course code
1007241
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Credit points
48
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Equivalent units
4
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Indicative Fee
Overview
The Graduate Certificate of Childhood and Youth Studies is designed to meet the needs of people working, or intending to work, with children, young people and their families. The Graduate Certificate also provides a pathway to the Master of Childhood and Youth Studies.
Graduate Attribute | Course Learning Outcome |
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Intellectual rigour | Analyse critically, reflect on, synthesise and evaluate information, problems, concepts and theories related to children, young people and their families Apply knowledge of evaluation and research principles and methods to investigate issues and solve problems in community and workplace contexts |
Creativity | Demonstrate initiative by identifying innovative and creative responses to challenges, issues and opportunities for change in relation to the wellbeing, interests, development and rights of children and young people in society |
Ethical practice | Demonstrate a highly developed commitment to social justice, human rights, ethics and sustainability in scholarship, research and professional practice |
Knowledge of a discipline | Demonstrate advanced and integrated theoretical and practical understanding of a complex body of knowledge related to Childhood Studies Locate, evaluate, manage and use theory, information and data necessary fo effective evidence-based professional practice |
Lifelong learning | Reflect on current skills, knowledge and attitudes and plan and regulate ongoing personal and professional learning Demonstrate autonomy, well developed judgement, adaptability, responsibility and accountability when responding to change in the workplace |
Communication and social skills | Communicate concisely, appropriately and professionally in an oral and written form in both an academic and professional settings Demonstrate leadership and the capacity to work collaboratively with individuals and teams |
Cultural competence | Engage in practices that are informed by cultural awareness and cultural competence, global perspectives, inclusivity and respect for the rights of all persons |
Studies include understanding and engaging with children and young people and the option to select two from topics children’s rights, promoting children’s protection and participation, children and the law and strengthening young people’s social and emotional wellbeing.
Location | Teaching period | UAC code | QTAC code |
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Online | Session 1 , Session 2 | N/A | N/A |
Requirements
We encourage you to apply for the courses you most want to study. If you are not eligible to enter your chosen course right now, our team will work with you to find the best pathway option.
Before applying, make sure you double check all entry requirements, gather required documentation and review the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, noting any specifics listed below.
Course requirements
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To be eligible for the award of Graduate Certificate of Childhood and Youth Studies a candidate shall successfully complete not less than four (4) units (48 credit points) comprising:
- all units from Part A
- two units from Part B
- A candidate who while enrolled for the Master of Childhood and Youth Studies has completed the requirements of the Graduate Certificate of Childhood and Youth Studies may elect to be awarded the Graduate Certificate following withdrawal from candidature for the Master’s award.
Entry requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this course are as follows
Language requirements
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To be eligible for the award of Graduate Certificate of Childhood and Youth Studies a candidate shall successfully complete not less than four (4) units (48 credit points) comprising:
- all units from Part A
- two units from Part B
- A candidate who while enrolled for the Master of Childhood and Youth Studies has completed the requirements of the Graduate Certificate of Childhood and Youth Studies may elect to be awarded the Graduate Certificate following withdrawal from candidature for the Master’s award.
Course structure
Your course progression is in the recommended order you should complete your course in. It is important that you follow this to ensure you meet the course requirements. For further assistance see How to Enrol in Units using My Enrolment.
Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment.
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Year 1 Session 1 |
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CYS03340 - Understanding Children and Childhood | Introductory | ||||
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Year 1 Session 2 |
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CYS03341 - Engaging with Children and Young People | Introductory | ||||
Choose unit from PART B |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Available | Credit points | Level of learning | Notes |
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Year 1 Session 1 |
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CYS03340 - Understanding Children and Childhood | Introductory | ||||
Year 1 Session 2 |
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CYS03341 - Engaging with Children and Young People | Introductory | ||||
Year 2 Session 1 |
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Year 2 Session 2 |
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Choose unit from PART B |
Unit Code | Unit Title | Level of learning | Notes |
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Part A |
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CYS03340 | Understanding Children and Childhood | Introductory | |
CYS03341 | Engaging with Children and Young People | Introductory | |
Part B |
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CYS03342 | Children's Rights: Policy into Practice | Intermediate | |
CYS03343 | Promoting Children's Protection and Participation | Intermediate | |
CYS03344 | Children and the Law | Intermediate | |
CYS03345 | Strengthening Young People's Social and Emotional Wellbeing | Intermediate |