Tralee Community College |
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Youth Work - EYXXX
Courses 2010-2011
| Duration: | One Year |
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| Awarding Body: | FETAC |
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| Course Code: | EYXXX (Level 5) |
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| Progression: | Higher Education Links Scheme (Various Institutes of Technologies and some Universities) |
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| Application: | Mail To: Tralee Community College, Clash, Tralee, Co. Kerry Online: http://www.traleecc.com Phone: +353 (0) 66 7121741 |
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| Maintenance Grant: | Applications To: Kerry Education Service, Riverside House, Dan Spring Road, Tralee, Co. Kerry (or to your local VEC office). |
Introduction:
This exciting one-year course is designed to provide a programme of education for people seeking initial training in youth work and community work and those with some experience who wish to undertake structured training to develop and consolidate their skills.
Course Content:
- Understanding Youth Work
- Young People and Society
- Health Related Fitness
- Safety and Health at Work
- Working with Groups
- Communications
- Working with Young People
- Human Growth and Development
- Social Studies
- First-Aid
- Workshops: The course contains workshops in Drama, Art Therapy, Substance Abuse and Child Protection
Entry Requirements:
Participants must have an interest and preferably experience in community based youth work. Relevant experience will be accepted in place of examination qualifications. Mature students are welcome. Suitable candidates will be selected by interview.
Career Opportunities:
Points from this course may be used to gain access to higher education courses. This growing industry can provide a wealth of opportunities for suitably trained and qualified candidates. The course equips students with the basic skills needed to work in the youth work sector.
Work Experience:
One day per week will be spent on work experience. This involves students working under direction in a youth work setting; reviewing and evaluating that work.
Garda Vetting:
Satisfactory Garda Vetting is a mandatory part of completing registration for this programme. Failure to obtain satisfactory Garda Vetting may result in de-registration.
Course Fees:
In addition to the college registration fee of €150, there will be additional fees for First-Aid and workshops.
Certification:
Students who complete the course successfully qualify for:
- A FETAC (Level 5) award in Youth Studies - EYXXX
- A First-Aid Certificate
- A College Certificate
Enquiries and Applications:
For enquiries and applications please refer to contact methods above or click "Apply Now" on various parts of this web page.
| Phone: +353 (0)66 7121741 | E-mail: tccoffice@eircom.net | Fax: +353 (0)66 7129200 |