This course is designed for those that are interested in working with young people and the principles that go with it
You will learn the following:
• Introduction - youth work values and the National Occupational Standards.
• Models of youth work – Exploring different models of youth work delivery
• Communication in youth work – How to communicate with young people effectively and how to improve their communication skills
• Establishing Youth Work - How to establish youth work in a new area
• Understanding adolescence – Understanding the cognitive and physical changes that take place during adolescence
• Anti-discriminatory practice - Identifying the ways that our own prejudices impact our youth work, how to overcome these and how to build a culture of anti-discriminatory practice
• Safeguarding part 1 – Identifying the categories of abuse, their signs and symptoms and how to respond to disclosures
• Safeguarding part 2 – An overview of the ways in which children and young people can be exploited (with particular reference to CSE and CCE)
• Challenging behaviour – Understanding the root causes of challenging behaviour and how to respond appropriately
• E-safety – Understanding the risks posed to young people online and best practice to keep young people safe
• Legislation and self-care: An overview of the latest legislation related to youth work and how to ensure that youth workers look after their own mental, emotional and physical health
• Health and safety: How to write and implement risk assessments for young people and youth work activities
How will I attend this course?
How will I attend this course?
This is a face to face course, based at a venue in Cambridgeshire
For more information, please contact:
Romsey Mill
Telephone: 01223 213162
Email: admin@romseymill.org
What equipment will I need?
What equipment will I need?
You will need a notebook and pen, any other materials required will be available at the venue
You will gain an understanding of the principles involved in working with young people and the legislation that comes with it
What are the entry requirements?
What are the entry requirements?
There are no entry requirements for this role, although you will need a placement for learning
Other recommended learning
Other recommended learning
Please search our website for more learning opportunities:
https://www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk
