SU Australia started providing formal training for youth and ministry workers in 1987, and for many years the course program had been known as YMIS (Youth Ministry Internship Scheme). Over more than 30 years we have gained a solid reputation for providing an up-to-date training experience for people working with young people or keen to enter this exciting industry.
SU Institute of Training delivers nationally-recognised training in Youth Work. Our programs have been developed in line with industry standards, with a particular focus on developing a Christian framework for the practice of youth work in community, school or church contexts.
The Certificate II in Community Services pathway offered by SU Institute of Training offers high school students a valuable introduction to community services sector, allowing them to explore potential career paths and develop essential skills. This qualification provides foundational knowledge for more advanced studies in the field and equips students with transferable skills like communication, teamwork, and cultural awareness. These competencies can open doors to entry-level positions or be applied in various sectors within and beyond community service work.
Learn moreThe Certificate III in Community Services offered by SU Institute of Training is aimed at delivering training in Community services work, Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care and Community Services. This training aims to equip those new to community services work and to sharpen skills and knowledge of existing practitioners. Our students graduate with a broad understanding of issues related to community services work across a range of contexts.
Learn moreThe Certificate IV in Youth Work offered by SU Institute of Training is aimed at equipping people to become autonomous youth workers in community, school or church contexts. This training aims to equip both those new to Youth Work and sharpen the skills and knowledge of existing practitioners. Our professional trainers will guide and mentor students through the foundations, frameworks, skills and principles of youth work, and set the challenge to put this knowledge into practice in a real work setting. Our students graduate with a broad understanding of issues related to youth work across a range of contexts.
Learn moreThe CHC50421 Diploma of Youth Work offered by SU Institute of Training is designed for practitioners who are or will be, working in positions responsible for the development and outcomes of programs and services for young people. Students will be trained to industry standards in meeting the social, behavioural, health, welfare, developmental, and protection needs of young people in the youth work sector.
Learn moreThe Certificate IV in Chaplaincy and Pastoral Care offered by SU Institute of Training is aimed at equipping people to become a Chaplain or church-based Children’s and/or Youth Worker. This training aims to equip both those new to the industry and sharpen the skills and knowledge of existing practitioners.
Our students graduate with a broad understanding of contemporary chaplaincy.
Learn more