Level 3 Youth Work Practice Course in Bristol. Classes run at College Green Centre, part-time during the day over two years. You need to be working or volunteering with young people aged 10 to 21 years old for at least three hours a week before you start. The course covers the theory behind youth work and connects it to your day-to-day practice. You'll deepen your understanding of the challenges young people face and sharpen your skills as a practitioner.
Who this course is for
The Youth Work course is aimed at those who are currently working with young people in a variety of young people's settings e.g. youth clubs, mentor roles, schools etc. The course will enable you to examine the theory underpinning youth work and link this to your practice and will help you to enhance your skills as a practitioner as well as your knowledge of the issues, development and pressures that young people are faced with.
Entry requirements
It is essential that you are undertaking either voluntary or paid work in a setting with young people aged 10-21 years.----Possession of an Enhanced DBS check(issued within the last 12 months)--Personal interview--You should be actively involved in planning and delivering sessions--Have a genuine interest in improving your skills to work with young people--Be working with young people in a youth work setting for a minimum of 3 hours per week----It is desirable that you have a flexible approach to gaining experiences in a range of settings:----Commitment--Being organised--Motivation to make a difference--Effective communication with teachers and group members--The willingness to reflect on yourself and your actions--
What you will learn
You'll examine the theory that underpins youth work practice and apply it to your own setting.
You'll develop your skills in planning and delivering sessions for young people.
You'll explore the issues, pressures and developmental stages that affect young people aged 10 to 21.
You'll build your knowledge of different youth work settings, including youth clubs, schools and mentoring roles.
You'll reflect on your own practice and identify areas for professional growth.
You'll learn how to support young people's wellbeing and personal development.
How you will learn
Classes are delivered in person at College Green Centre on a part-time daytime basis. You'll learn through a mix of taught sessions and work-based practice in your existing role with young people. Assessment draws on your practical work, so you'll need to be actively involved in planning and delivering sessions throughout the two years. The centre will confirm the full assessment details before you start.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. College Green Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Youth Support Worker - supporting young people in clubs, schools or community settings.
Youth Worker - planning and leading programmes for young people.
Mentor - one-to-one support for young people in schools or community projects.
Learning Mentor - helping young people overcome barriers to education.
Detached Youth Worker - outreach work with young people in community spaces.
Young People's Key Worker - coordinating support for young people in residential or community care.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Youth Work - a natural next step if you want to move into more senior or specialist roles.
Foundation Degree in Youth Work - combines academic study with practice and can lead to a full degree.
BA (Hons) in Youth and Community Work - a degree route recognised by the National Youth Agency for professional endorsement.
