
Level 3 Youth Work Certificate with Leadership & Management Diploma
Royal Open College
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Description
The Youth Work Certificate with Leadership & Management Diploma provides learners with the knowledge, skills, and strategies to effectively support, empower, and guide young people. This course covers youth culture, leadership, programme planning, and policies while addressing challenges such as health, wellbeing, risk, and societal influences. It also equips learners with strong communication and counselling approaches, ensuring they can engage young people in meaningful ways and create positive impact in their communities.
Curriculum of the Youth Work Course
Module 1: Introduction to Youth Work
Introduces the principles, values, and history of youth work. Learners explore the purpose of the profession and its role in society.
Module 2: Understanding Youth Culture
Examines the influences shaping youth identity and behaviours. Learners study social, cultural, and economic factors affecting young people today.
Module 3: Career as a Youth Worker
Outlines the career pathways and professional responsibilities of youth workers. Learners explore essential skills and opportunities for progression.
Module 4: Youth Leadership and Empowerment
Focuses on empowering young people to take initiative. Learners study leadership models that encourage confidence, independence, and active citizenship.
Module 5: Youth Work and Activism
Explores the role of youth work in activism and social change. Learners examine how young people can influence policies and movements.
Module 6: Youth Volunteering
Looks at volunteering as a tool for personal growth and community development. Learners study how youth volunteering supports skill-building and inclusion.
Module 7: Youth Programme Planning and Evaluation
Covers how to design, implement, and assess youth programmes. Learners explore strategies for setting goals and measuring effectiveness.
Module 8: Youth Policy and Law
Introduces legislation and policies impacting youth work. Learners study the legal responsibilities of professionals when working with young people.
Module 9: Communicating with Young People
Focuses on developing clear, respectful, and engaging communication skills. Learners practice approaches to build trust and meaningful relationships.
Module 10: Societal Influence on Youth
Explores how societal pressures affect young people’s development. Learners analyse family, community, and cultural expectations in youth contexts.
Module 11: Influence of Media on Youth
Examines the impact of digital media, advertising, and social platforms. Learners consider both opportunities and risks posed by media exposure.
Module 12: Understanding Risk in Youth Work
Covers safeguarding, risk assessment, and safety in youth projects. Learners study how to manage risks while encouraging youth participation.
Module 13: Youth Health and Wellbeing
Explores issues affecting young people’s physical and mental health. Learners examine preventative strategies and the role of support services.
Module 14: Counselling and Support Services for Youth
Introduces counselling approaches and referral processes in youth work. Learners study how to provide effective emotional support and guidance.
Module 15: The National Youth Agency (NYA)
Covers the role of the NYA in setting standards. Learners explore its influence on policy, practice, and youth worker professionalisation.
Who is this course for?
Anyone who is interested in Youth Work Certificate with Leadership & Management Diploma can enrol in this Youth Work course.
Requirements
There is no prior requirement to enrol on this Youth Work Certificate with Leadership & Management Diploma course. All you need to enrol in the Youth Work program is a smart device and stable internet connection.
Career path
Youth Work
- Youth Worker (Entry to Mid-Level): £24,000 – £31,000 per year
- Senior Youth Development Officer: £32,000 – £42,000 per year
- Youth Programme Manager: £35,000 – £48,000 per year
- Community Engagement Lead: £38,000 – £52,000 per year
- Head of Youth Services / Director: £50,000 – £70,000+ per year
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