Course description
This course is ideally suited to enthusiastic, fun-loving, critical-thinking, and creative people who are motivated to impact positively on young people’s lives. Youth Work encompasses a broad and diverse range of social, cultural, educational and political activities. These emphasise social inclusion and support civic engagement.
Course Content
- Understanding Youth Work
- Working with Young People
- Community Addiction Studies
- Special Needs Assisting
- Social Studies
- Young People in Society
- Communications
- Word Processing
- Work Experience
Additional Training:
- First Aid Training
- Lámh Training
- Child Protection
Certification:
5M4732 QQI Level 5 Youth Work
5N1786 QQI Level 5 Special Needs Assisting
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates progress to employment in various areas including:
Youth Work Leader| Special Needs Assistant| Community Support Worker| Afterschool Coordinator| Youth and Community Organisers| Social Care Assistant| Residential Social Carer.
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