The module will examine youth work practice against which settings for young people are framed and have developed in Ireland. Particular attention will be paid to the development of youth work approaches, provision and legislation that underpins youth work practice, with a focus on the key issues and debates emerging in each of these areas. Key policy developments and debates nationally and internationally within youth work practice will also be examined.
Review of relevant legislation, policy and practice
National legislation and youth work policies e.g. NQSF; Children Act 2001; Better Outcomes, Brighter Futures, The national policy framework for children & young people 2014 – 2020; National Strategy on Children and Young People’s Participation in Decision-Making 2015-2020.
Child Protection and Young People
Building relationships with young people, boundaries and confidentiality. Challenging behaviour. Reporting and record keeping. Child Protection Policy and procedures. Promoting child welfare.
Professional Youth Work Practice
Professional, ethical and reflective youth work practice. The role of youth work, Praxis.
Youth Work Approaches and Settings
Engaging young people in a youth work process, Purpose and outcomes of youth work, Types of youth work settings and organisations, Volunteer led youth work. Needs analysis and strengths-based approaches to youth work. Outdoor experiential learning.
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Other Assessment(s) | 40 |
| Formal Examination | 60 |