MA Working for Children and Young People (Youth Work Initial Qualifying)

A professionally accredited course that allows you to qualify as a Youth and Community Worker in just one academic year, providing you with the skills and recognition needed to progress in the field.Those already working with young people who want to gain a professional youth work qualification. It suits those seeking promotion, a career change, or to formalise experience—whether in councils, charities, mental health, or community settings supporting young people and families.

This innovative course is for graduates from a relevant academic background (2:2 or above) and profession, looking to gain both a JNC professional qualification in Youth Work and a postgraduate qualification. In exceptional circumstances students who do not meet the academic entry requirements but can evidence extensive Youth and Community work may be considered. Such decisions are always made in consultation with ETS Wales.; Additional Requirements Applicants should be able to evidence a minimum of 200 hours practice experience with young people aged 11 to 25 years old. Please submit a reference with your application to confirm this.