Youth Work Diploma Level 3

[Updated 2024]

This Youth Work Advanced Diploma is ideal for anyone looking to boost their career in social care working with young people. This course explores the opportunities in youth development work as a profession, as well as the skills and qualities needed to achieve a successful career in this field.

Through case studies, you will learn how to build positive relationships with young people to support their personal development, taking an in-depth look at mental health and the different types of work. You will also gain an excellent understanding of the ethical codes of practice and social welfare policy in criminal justice, such as youth detention centers and correctional facilities.

What’s more, throughout the course, you will be sharpening your counselling, coaching and mentoring skills, to be a true inspiration to the people you work with. By the end of this training program, you will have both practical and theoretical knowledge that can be applied in a real-life context, equipping you with the skill to work in a range of roles and professional settings.

Additional Course

• Course 01: Safeguarding Course
• Course 02: Mental Health

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course, learners will be able to:

• Types of youth work
• Essential qualities of a youth worker
• Opportunities for youth development
• Building relationships between young people
• Ethical conduct
• Efforts to cultural, social, and environmental development of young people

Key Features

• CPD Certification Service Accredited
• Instant e-certificate
• Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
• Developed by professionals
• Self-paced laptop/tablet/smartphone-friendly learning
• 24/7 Learning support and assistance

Curriculum of Youth Work Advanced Diploma

The curriculum of the Youth Work course has been designed by experts with years of experience behind them which is extremely dynamic and well-paced to help you understand the subject matter with ease.

Module 1: Introduction

In module one, we will gain an in-depth understanding of what youth work entails and why it is so important. We will also explore the different types of youth work and approaches to youth work.

Module 2: Who Are the Youth Workers?

In module two, we will develop our understanding of the role and responsibilities of a youth worker and the foundations of youth work. It includes the skills and characteristics required to work successfully with young people in a social care setting.

Module 3: Role and Methods

In module three, we will gain an insight into youth development work as a profession, taking a look at youth work practice in various settings. It also covers youth work methods and key approaches.

Module 4: Legal Responsibilities

In module four, we will learn about the legal responsibilities of a youth worker, exploring ethical codes of conduct in youth work, value and principles, empowerment, and how to establish boundaries.

Module 5: Career

In module five, we will gain a deeper insight into youth work as a career and the employment opportunities in this field. It covers salary and demand for a social worker, education, and career progression.

Module 6: Social Influences

In module six, we will take a look at social change in youth development work and the three levels in which it can occur. It also explores the key ideas of Brazilian philosopher and educator Paulo Freire.

Module 7: Mental Health

In module seven, we will learn about the core competencies of mental health practice, exploring a wide range of common mental health disorders and their treatment and classification.

Module 8: Social Work and Criminal Justice

In this final module, we will gain a comprehensive understanding of social welfare policy in criminal justice, exploring the components of the criminal justice system. Key topics include juvenile detention and correctional facilities.

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your Youth Work Advanced Diploma course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99).

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Assessment

At the end of the Youth Work course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. This course offers FREE Retake Exam for all.

This Youth Work Diploma Level 3 course is ideal for anyone interested in a career in social care working with young adults. This includes the following roles:

• Youth Worker
• SEND Youth Support Worker
• Youth Support & Development Worker
• Youth Mentor
• Youth Employment Coach

The course requires no prior degree or experience.

• Youth Worker: £20,000 to £25,000 per year.
• Youth Mental Health Support Worker: £22,000 to £28,000 per year.
• Youth Offending Officer: £24,000 to £30,000 per year.
• Youth Mentor SEND: £19,000 to £25,000 per year.
• Residential Youth Support Practitioners: £18,000 to £22,000 per year

Hard copy certificate

Hard copy certificate - Included

PDF Certificate

Digital certificate - Included