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    BA (Hons) Community, Youth and Families

    The BA (Hons) Community, Youth and Families programme is designed for individuals who want to support children, young people, and families in a professional environment. The course teaches you essential knowledge and practical skills which you need to succeed in community-based organisations and social support environments.

    The programme teaches students about the impact of social policies and cultural factors, together with community development methods, on individual and family life. The programme supports certain objectives through its practical and ethical methods, which include promoting well-being, encouraging social inclusion and providing assistance to vulnerable populations.

    What Will You Learn?

    You will study key topics related to community and youth work, including:

    Youth work theory and professional practice
    Safeguarding children and family support
    Community development and social inclusion
    Child and adolescent development
    Supporting vulnerable individuals and groups
    Equality, diversity, and ethical practice
    Communication and professional skills
    Social policy and community services

    Campuses

    Manchester
    London
    Birmingham
    Leeds
    Bradford
    Leicester

    Intakes

    January
    June
    September

    Classes

    Evenings
    Weekdays
    Weekends

    Why Choose This Course?

    1
    Career-Focused Learning
    The programme delivers you the essential skills and knowledge required for employment in youth services, community support and family services. It enables you to understand professional work and actual workplace environments.
    2
    Real-World Application
    You will study actual examples and case studies to learn about the issues faced by communities. The course may include project work and practical learning to help you gain useful experience.
    3
    Social Impact
    The programme prepares you to support communities and promote positive social change. It teaches students how to help people solve problems and enhance their living conditions.
    4
    Professional Development
    The programme helps you develop essential skills, which include communication abilities and teamwork skills, leadership capabilities and safeguarding awareness. These skills are essential for working with young people and families.
    5
    Flexible Study Options
    The programme provides flexible timetables which enable you to study at any time between the daytime and nighttime and throughout the weekend. This system enables you to handle your academic responsibilities together with your job and personal life.
    1. Who is this course intended for?
    The course serves students who want to work with children, families and community members through their support work.


    2. What career opportunities are available after graduation?
    The graduates achieve employment as youth workers, family support workers, community support officers and outreach workers.
    3. Will I be able to study alongside work or other responsibilities?
    Yes, you can achieve work-life balance through flexible study options, which enable you to study while working and fulfilling personal obligations.
    4. Do I need previous experience in community or youth work?
    No, previous experience helps with entry requirements, but does not create an absolute need for applicants to have it.
    5. Is there a practical element to the course?
    The course includes practical learning activities together with projects and work-related experience components.
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