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12. Youth and Community Work
FETAC Level 5 Youth Studies EYXXX
A
course suitable for people seeking initial training in youth and
community work and those with some experience who wish to undertake
structured training to develop and consolidate their skills. This
is a joint training programme the between City of Dublin Youth Services
Board and Liberties College.
Duration
2 years
full-time
Entry
It
is a mandatory requirement of this programme that applicants have
at least ten hours voluntary experience in youth work, which may
include membership in a youth organisation/club. A supporting reference
from the youth sector is required. Relevant experience will be accepted
in place of examination qualifications.
Certification
FETAC
Level 5 (NVCA Level 2)EYXXX
- Youth Studies
Liberties
College Certificate in Youth and Community Work
Certificate in First Aid
For students over
23 or those who meet matriculation requirements:-
N.U.I Certificate
- Youth Studies
Note: Additional payment to NUI for qualifying candidates.
Progression
See
Higher
Links Scheme
Maynooth Diploma in Youth and Community Studies (Mature student)
Principal
Areas of Study
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Young people in Society |
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Understanding Youth Work |
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Working with young people |
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Work Experience |
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Addiction Studies |
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Community Arts |
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Outdoor Pursuits |
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Communications |
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Intercultural Studies |
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Teambuilding Skills |
City of Dublin Youth Service Board
This
is a State Funded agency operated by the CDVEC, with responsibility
for the co-ordination of youth services within communities in the
City of Dublin. Those who successfully complete this Award will
be eligible to apply for positions as "Activities Co - ordinator"
in City of Dublin Youth Service Board funded projects.
Features
of the course
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- Students address,
theoretically and practically, the personal and social issues
that impact on young
people and their communities e.g. drug abuse, social exclusion,
poverty ..and unemployment. |
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Specialist workshops: |
| - Addiction
Studies: |
| ..Youth
Work Practice |
| ..Contemporary
Social Issues |
| ..Community
Arts. |
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Course work is active and experiential. |
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Work-placement in settings relevant to future employment. |
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An introduction to Outdoor Education with young people. |
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Garda vetting for work Experience |
Employment
Youth
Service Activities Co-ordinator
Other opportunities, subject to relevant experience
Community Development Worker
Number
of Places Available
Fifty
Application
Form
Application Form - Online
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