1. Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention ( Residential and Out of Home care)
CHC40313

2. Minimum Standards Qualification MSQ
In mid 2017 the Queensland government announced a requirement for all staff working in residential and out of home care to have a minimum level of qualification.
While a list of acceptable qualifications was devised, the Certificate IV in Child Youth and Family Intervention was highlighted as the most suitable qualification for new workers or those without a relevant qualification.

3. Funding
The Queensland Government is providing generous funding to support this initiative.
Candidates enrolling in this program will only be required to pay $100.
Application is made by using the link on the TAFE Qld website

4. Key Eligibility requirements
Permanently reside in Queensland
An Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident( includes humanitarian entrant), temporary resident with necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency or a New Zealand citizen
Employed by an organisation that provides licenced residential care services in Queensland and either supervises or directly provides care to children and /or young people]

5. CHC40313 Certificate IV in Child, Youth and Family Intervention ( Residential and Out of Home Care)
This certification covers core skills required by workers supporting vulnerable children and young people in residential and out of home care. Our experienced and highly-regarded teaching teams across the State of Queensland will give you the one-on-one guidance and industry experience you need to succeed with your studies.

6. This qualification reflects the role of those who work in youth and family intervention, focusing on the practice specialisation in residential and out of home care. Workers operate under a broad supervision framework and within clearly defined organisational guidelines, service plans and position specifications. Total number of units = core units 6 elective units including the two specified Residential and Out of Home Care specific electives.

7. 10 Core Units of Competence
CHCCCS006
Facilitate individual service planning and delivery
CHCCOM002
Use communication to build relationships
CHCDEV001
Confirm client developmental status
CHCDIV001
Work with diverse people
CHCDIV002
Promote Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural safety
CHCLEG001
Work legally and ethically
CHCPRT001
Identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCPRT003
Work collaboratively to maintain an environment safe for children and young people
CHCPRT005
Work within a practice framework
HLTWHS001
Participate in workplace health and safety

8. 6 Elective Units of Competence
CHCCCS009 Facilitate responsible behaviour
CHCPRT009 Provide primary residential care
CHCMHS007 Work in Trauma Informed care
CHCDFV001 Recognise and respond to domestic and family violence
CHCMHS001 Work with people with mental health issues
CHCCCS016 Respond to client needs

9. MQS TAFE Queensland Training Model

10. MSQ TAFE Queensland Training Model
Enhance knowledge and skills to improve the quality of care for vulnerable young Queenslanders
MSQ TAFE Queensland Training Model

11. The process: Email : EnquiriesCIV.CYFI@tafe.qld.edu.au
State-wide Co-ordinator, Judy Williams, has been appointed to develop and support a consistent training program across Queensland.
Roadshow will deliver Information sessions across Queensland to outline program and assist workers to create an Individual Training plan.
( Roadshow dates are in folder)

12. Individual training plan
Develop individual training plan for each student.
Identify cross credits.
Identify Recognition of Prior Learning potential for experienced workers.

13. Recognition of Prior Learning RPL
Candidates who have had the equivalent of 12 months full time employment in residential and out of home care may be eligible for RPL
Industry advice suggests that the units most likely to be considered for RPL for those experienced staff include:
CHCCOM002 Use communication to build relationships
HLTWHS001 Participate in workplace health and safety
CHCPRT001 identify and respond to children and young people at risk
CHCPRT009 Provide primary residential care
CHCCCS009 Facilitate responsible behavior
CHCLEG001 Work legally and ethically

14. Key underpinning points of Recognition of Prior Learning
Engagement with the student and their supervisor
Gather authentic and direct evidence using a consistent approach
Potential for Recognition of Prior Learning will be identified at your Individual Plan Meeting and confirmed with your supervisor
If confirmed, teacher/assessors will deal with you individually
Process will involve (a) professional conversation (b) Evidence (e.g. relevant professional development, de-identified case reports, Job Descriptions Performance Review) c) Confirmation from Line manager of demonstrated skills in workplace.

15. Delivery Model
Training program will involve the delivery of Workshops and Webinars at specific locations across Queensland depending on where candidates are living and working.
These sessions will complement the on-line learning and assessment materials provided through the Connect E-learning platform for TAFE Queensland.
TAFE Queensland regional staff will deliver these programs and develop Communities of Practice for those participants in each delivery location.

16. WORKSHOPS
Join and attend workshops based on the Communities of Practice in your region – workers from different agencies join together to share perspectives and work together.
Attend mandatory face to face workshop scheduled for each region (4 workshops x 2 days = 8 days total). Workshops will be based on themes critical to knowledge and skills required for working with vulnerable young people.
Attend 8 (2 hr) Webinars scheduled between workshops to support required assessment work.

17. Workshops
Suggested Themes: Workshop 1 – Personal Professional and Legal Frameworks .
Suggested Themes: Workshop 2 – Understanding and communicating positively with the diversity of children and young people in care.
Suggested Themes: Workshop 3 –Responding with hope and healing to young people and their individual situations.
Suggested Themes: Workshop 4 – Individualized planning for each young person using a collaborative framework.
All workshops will feature information sharing focusing on the specific units of competence being covered, relevant learning activities, expert guest presenters, Departmental and Peak body input as required. Some assessments ( role plays) will also be covered.

18. WEBINARS
Two webinar/online meetings conducted by teachers in each region will be scheduled to review key workshop content and support you with your assessments.
TAFE Queensland project team is committed to ensuring the active participation of rural and remote workers, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander staff.
Workshops and webinars will also have a small amount of structured time allocated to complete required assessments.
Teachers are available to support students between workshops and webinars.

19. Tentative dates for delivery of training
Workshop One 7th 8th May 2019
Workshop Two 25th 26th June 2019
Workshop Three 3rd 4th September 2019
Workshop Four 5th 6th November 2019

20. Support Services
TAFE QUEENSLAND

21. Support Services
As a TAFE Queensland student you will have access to our facilities and support services.
TAFE Queensland has a team of specialist staff who provide support and assistance to students.
Learning support
Disability support
Library and research support
IT support

22. In conclusion
If you haven’t applied for this program, please do so by following the link.
We look forward to working with you.

23. Thank you!
TAFE QUEENSLAND