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THE TRAINING PROGRAM DATES AND DETAILS

The Training Program Dates and Details - YRIPP

Information Sessions


Information sessions are held regularly for people to find out more about being an Independent Person, what it’s like to volunteer for YRIPP and what the training will cover. This is your best chance to have all your questions answered before the training begins. Information sessions run for about 2 hours and are usually held in the evenings.

You will need to book into the next Information session closest to you. If you are still interested in becoming an IP you can register for the upcoming training program in your area.

Please note: there may be a waiting period if there are no trainings scheduled in your region.

UPCOMING TRAINING DATES



Outlines for Training Programs in 2012 are:

Northern Victoria (Shepparton) Training Program February 2012

Inner Metro Melbourne Training Program March 2012

For more information or to discuss dates of training in your area please contact us.

About the Training Program



The YRIPP volunteer training and assessment program is 28 hours in total and consists of a range of written work, face to face learning and self-directed activities. Sessions are usually run in the evening on weeknights or on weekends to accommodate those who work full-time.


The program is divided into 7 distinct modules:

  • Module 1: YRIPP Information, Processes and Protocols
  • Module 2: Independent Person Role: The Legal Perspective
  • Module 3: Independent Person Role: Police Processes
  • Module 4: Working with Young People in Custody
  • Module 5: Working with Refugee and Migrant Young People
  • Module 6: Working with Indigenous Young People
  • Module 7: Referral and Review

Lastly, another interview will require about 60 minutes of your time, at your convenience, to reflect on your learning during the training process, and to talk about your readiness to become a YRIPP volunteer. Referees may be contacted at this point.

Please note all modules must be attended, and interviews and written activities completed before you can be placed on the roster and receive the Certificate of Completion.

The training is free of charge, and all meals are provided. In Victorian regional areas, overnight accommodation can be provided if you have a long way to travel. This can be arranged with your Regional Coordinator once you are invited to the training.

The Training Program includes:



  • 28 hours tuition and activities covering legal processes and rights; working with young people in custody; refugee and migrant issues and working with Indigenous young people.
  • A comprehensive Training Manual
  • Expert presentations from Victoria Police, YouthLaw and Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service
  • Tour of a local police station
  • Assessment and Certificate of Completion.

What do I need to bring?



All materials are provided at the training so there is no need to bring stationery.

A light meal for daytime trainings and snacks for evening trainings are provided. Please let us know of any dietary requirements

What if I have already been an Independent Person?



We recognise the skills and experience of volunteers who have many years experience working as IP’s and/or Independent Third Persons (ITP’s).

These skills and experiences are valuable and we have designed the training program to draw out and build upon these skills, rather than re-teach them. We do not want to waste trainee’s time by teaching things they already know. Competency based training allows all participants to demonstrate their current skills and contribute to the group learning by sharing and discussing experiences. It recognises that all people come to the training with many existing skills. Some are qualified youth workers and some have extensive legal training already. Participants can treat the YRIPP training program, not only as an induction into YRIPP, but as an opportunity to develop their existing skills.

The YRIPP training offers the most up to date and comprehensive training in the continually developing role of the IP. It incorporates the latest local and international research, and understandings of the role according to the Victoria Police and peak youth agencies. Furthermore, it incorporates specialist aspects of the role such as working with refugee, migrant and Indigenous young people and providing post interview referral and support which, generally, were not a part of existing IP trainings.

Thirdly, the training program itself acts as an induction into the YRIPP program, covering YRIPP’s particular safety, legal and policy considerations which are likely to be different to other IP training in the past and are different to current ITP policies and procedures.

Due to the specialist nature and level of YRIPP specific detail, all sessions are considered mandatory to attend, but please let us know on the Application form if you have worked as an IP or ITP before and feel free to contact the Training Coordinator on 03 9340 3777.