Youth and Community Work (JNC) BA (Hons)

Why choose this course? <br/>This is an exciting degree programme, specially designed for those wanting to work positively with children, young people, marginalised groups and communities.<br/><br/>You can gain a professional Youth Work qualification endorsed by Education Training Standards Wales which will allow you to register with the Education Workforce Council in Wales as a Youth Worker in the UK and further afield.<br/><br/>This course: <br/>Has flexible study options to join the class using Hyflex and online learning to study from wherever you are<br/>Is hands-on, with over 50% of the course involving placement, allowing you to gain practical experience to support your studies<br/>Leads to registration with the Education Workforce Council in Wales upon successful completion<br/>Gives you the opportunity to do a placement internationally<br/>Has graduates that are employed in a range of settings from the local authority, voluntary and community sector, and education providers across England, Wales and internationally<br/>Will enhance your employability due to the experience, contacts and opportunities provided by undertaking fieldwork placements<br/><br/>Key Course Features: <br/>A degree programme with professional endorsement, and course content aligned with National Occupational and Professional Standards in the sector<br/>Opportunities for continuing professional development through additional training opportunities and professional networking on a course with strong links to employers and local training providers<br/>Learn and gain experience with over 50% of your degree in supervised fieldwork practice, and a placement in each year of study. This can be in a variety of settings either in the UK or abroad<br/>Develop skills in teamwork, positive communication, working with groups and individuals, reflective practice and leadership<br/>Develop knowledge and core skills for Youth Work practice and informal education that are transferable to work with children, young people and adults in a range of different settings

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