Youth Work with Criminology
(Youth Work)

INTRODUCTION:

Have you an interest in and an aptitude for working with young people? Learn about all of the pertinent challenges and issues that face young people today in order to give you a stepping stone to study in this area. This full time course will equip you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to advance in the youth work field.

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

• Leaving Certificate, LCA or QQI Level 4. Mature students are exempt from Leaving Certificate requirement.
• CERFL proficiency at B2  for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English.
• All applicants are interviewed.
• An offer of a place on this course is contingent on the applicant meeting the requirements set out here and satisfactory presentation at interview.

DURATION:

September to May.

FEES:

See fees & payment for details.

CERTIFICATION

• QQI Level 5 Certificate in Youth Work (5M4732).
• Note: QQI Component Maths (5N1833) is available as option in the evening for learners requiring Maths for progression.

COURSE CONTENT

ADDITIONAL TRAINING / WORKSHOPS

• Child Protection – This workshop is an introduction to Children First is based on Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children and the Children First Act 2015. The content includes recognising and reporting child abuse, the role of mandated persons, the responsibilities of organisations working with children to safeguard children. Furthermore, learners will be informed of the role of designated liaison persons. A certificate of completion will be awarded on completion of the course.
• TUSLA Children First E-Learning Programme – The Children First E-Learning programme has been written to support people of all backgrounds and experience in recognising concerns about children and reporting such concerns if they arise. The programmes include topics such as recognising and reporting child abuse, the role of mandated persons; the responsibilities of organisations working with children to safeguard children and the role of designated liaison person. When you have completed the programme, you will receive a certificate of completion directly to your email address from TUSLA. 
• Mindfulness (online) – This Mindfulness workshop will introduce the learner to the practice of Mindfulness as a personal resource. The topics include a better understanding of what mindfulness is, understanding how mindfulness can help us to manage stress and anxiety and learning practical tools to incorporate mindfulness into everyday life. A Certificate of Completion is issued on completion.
• Microsoft Outlook (online training) –This Microsoft Outlook workshop will give information on accessing your college email, Outlook layout, how to send and receive emails, attaching/downloading a file and reply options.  It also covers organising your emails – folders etc, Outlook settings, signature, out-of-office reply, using the calendar, setting up meetings, setting up reminders and to do lists. A Certificate of Completion from Morrison’s Island Campus is issued on successful completion.
• Manual Handling (MH) Training and certification – This training (MH) is mandatory for persons involved in manual handling tasks. It is required by legislation under The Safety Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulation 2007 Part two chapter four. The training involves the theory module which is completed online (HSELanD.ie) and the practical module which is classroom based. The certificate obtained is valid for three years. Manual Handling training course delivers the proper techniques for lifting, carrying, loading, pushing and pulling various tasks or loads to reduce the risk of injury to the worker. The need to avoid manual handling by using mechanical aids where possible will also be demonstrated. It provides the skills to identify risks with various handling tasks. 
• Introduction to GDPR (online) – This course gives learners an overview of GDPR. The workshop examines what GDPR stands for and gives an understanding of the current data protection rules and obligations. The learners also receive information on the types of data, the terminology associated with GDPR, the penalties with breaches, storage of data and general do’s and don’ts regarding data. A Certificate of Completion is issued on completion.

• CPI Safety Intervention training( formerly known as MAPA) – Incorporates trauma-informed and person-centred approaches. The programme is the perfect solution for professionals working in health, social care and education who need to prevent and/or intervene in crisis situations. With a focus on prevention, it also teaches staff de-escalation skills as well as non-restrictive and restrictive interventions.

• Disability Awareness session

FAQs

Work Placement/Experience

Students undertake work placement one day a week (Wednesdays) for 15 weeks. Placement can be sourced in a variety of Youth Work settings e.g. Youth Reach, Foroige, CDYS etc. Garda vetting is an integral part of the application procedure for Work Experience.

Students are encouraged to source their own Work Placement but you will be supported by the Work Placement team should you need assistance to do this.

EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES

Some of our popular progression opportunities include:

Morrison’s Island Campus

• QQI Advanced Psychosocial Awareness (6M2263).

MTU Cork

• Social Care (MT573)

UCC

• Youth & Community Work (CK114)
• Social Science (CK102)
• Criminology (CK113).

Excellent progression opportunities to UCC and other Higher Education colleges. Special arrangements in place with MTU Cork (CCPS), MTU Kerry and SETU (Waterford & Carlow) for preferential entry for students of Morrisons Island locations. Go to our progressions database for exact requirements on progressions for this course.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

To work as a Youth Worker a minimum of a level 7 award is required. The course is designed to provide a foundation in the knowledge and skills needed to successfully advance to achieve a L7 award or higher at 3rd level. Guidance seminars and one to one guidance available on the full range of opportunities.