Tralee Community College

Youth Work - EYXXX

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
• Child Development
• Health Related Fitness
• Community Arts: This includes Photography, Sport and Recreation Studies, Word Processing & I.T and Coaching
• Safety and Health at Work
• 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 Peer Education

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.

Certification:

Students who complete the course successfully qualify for:

• A FETAC (Level 5) award in Youth Studies – EYXXX
• A College Certificate
• A First Aid Certificate