What to expect

If you work with young people, you will often face ethical dilemmas: situations where you have to decide the right thing to do.

You’ll walk away feeling motivated and equipped by the framework of the Code of Ethical Practice (the Code) and how it can be used to enhance your work with young people.

This interactive training course includes introductory theory and guidance for using the Code in your practice. There will be plenty of opportunity for discussion and reflective practice as well as strategies for developing ethical practice in your role/organisation.

3 & 10 September 2025, 1-3pm online

Topics we cover over the two-part workshop

Why is a Code of Ethical Practice so important for the youth sector?
What are ethics anyway?
How do I work ethically with young people?
Using the principles and practice responsibilities of the Code of Ethical Practice
Unpacking scenarios and situations in your practice
How do I deal with an ethical dilemma at work?

Quotes from previous participants

“It was very practical but clearly stated theory and policy adopted by youth organisations
and workers across the state” staff member at The Push
“Amazing training - very warm and approachable facilitators” participant at a public training in Warrnambool

Who should attend

This event is open to all in the youth sector and those who work with young people in a relational way, where the young person is their priority.

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Commitment to Child Safety

YACVic is a child safe organisation. By attending these events, you agree to join us in our commitment to child safety.

Accessibility and Inclusion

At YACVic, we take access and inclusion seriously. If you have a specific access request, would like further information or want to provide any suggestions, we would love to hear from you.

You can email or call us with your access and/or support requirements for this event using the contact information below.

YACVic are committed to access and inclusion. Throughout the training we have a ten-minute break, enable Zoom's automatic captioning and provide image descriptions of visuals used. If you require extra support to attend the session, we can book in live captioning and/or Auslan interpreters.

Tickets for two-part workshop

$60 YACVic young members and youth work students (limited to 5 tickets per workshop)
$120 YACVic Members over 25 years old
$160 YACVic Non-Members over 25 years old

If you would like to buy your ticket by invoice, please email complete this form, and state the type of ticket you would like to purchase.

Refund Policy

All refund requests must be made in writing by contacting the organiser up to 24 hours before the start day of the event. No refunds will be granted after that. A full refund will be made up to 10 days of the request being submitted. Please contact Finnley Stirling at FStirling@yacvic.org.au.

Contact & Other Training

For more details, please get in touch with Finnley Stirling, YACVic Participation and Development Administrative Officer at FStirling@yacvic.org.au.

If you can’t make this session, find future dates and other YACVic training here to develop your work with young people

If you would like to speak with Finnley about the possibility of training for you and your team in-house please complete our online enquiry form.

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