Course details
Introduction
This course is aimed at individual who wish to pursue a career in youth and community work. The course provides learners with knowledge and understanding of the context of youth work, the role of a youth worker and the practical skills required to work effectively with young people in the field of youth work. Learners must have an interest in community based youth work and will be required to work with a youth group during the course.
Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with 5 passes or Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent. For mature students applications may be considered based on a proven interest/ voluntary experience in youthwork. Entry may be subject to interview and depends on satisfactory completion of an induction programme and Garda Vetting.
Course Content
- Working with Young People
- Understanding Youth Work
- Young People & Society
- Social Studies
- Care Provision & Practice
- Word Processing
- Communications
- Work Experience
OPTIONS
- After School Support Skills
- Substance Use - Issues for Youthwork
Certification
5M4732 QQI Level 5 Youthwork
Course Structure
The course focuses on the personal and social issues that impact on young people and their communities such as social exclusion, poverty, unemployment, substance abuse. Work experience within a range of youth work settings forms an integral part of the course.
Career Options | Progression
Holders of a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Youthwork may enter employment in youth services or community development settings. You may also progress to further study at Institutes of Technology/Universities through the Higher Education Links Scheme.
Evaluation
You will be assessed on the basis of:
- Assignments/Project Work
- Examinations
- Practical Skills Tests
Course Location
About Monaghan Inst of FE & Training
There are many routes to a job and career success. Increasingly, further education and training are required. Universities or Institutes of Technology don't suit the needs of all - for some 34,000 Leaving Certificate and mature students, a place on a pLC Course is the preferred option. Courses are open to a wide range of participants including school leavers, adults and second chance learners, social welfare recipients, graduates wishing to re-skill etc
Monaghan Institute offers a wide range of further education and training (FET) courses. Each course is specifically designed for employment - the balance between theoretical and practical study is decided with the job-market firmly in mind. Close links with local employers and the community ensure that the focus of FET course provision is reflective of local needs and current/future skills shortages. The work experience you complete as part of your training keeps both you and staff attuned to the realities of modern business/industry/commerce.
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