Youth Work Training Board
The Youth Work Training Board is a sub-committee of the
Youth Council. It provides a forum wherein representatives of recognised agencies involved
in the training of youth workers - both part-time and full-time, voluntary and statutory -
come together to share ideas, promote good practice, and support and develop youth work
training at all levels in Northern Ireland.
Functions (currently under
review)
| (i) | To encourage the initiation of appropriate training where necessary. |
| (ii) | To promote development of good practice throughout the service. |
| (iii) | To evaluate existing training and develop strategies to meet future needs. |
| (iv) | To validate and accredit training courses and processes, for part-time youth workers, which shall be recognised throughout Northern Ireland. |
| (v) | To recognise training validated by other bodies which the Training Board considers appropriate. |
| (vi) | To co-ordinate the overall training being offered to the greater advantage of the total service, including the publication of available courses. |
| (vii) | To compile a register of personnel approved to tutor at appropriate levels. |
| (viii) | To collate and disseminate appropriate information to all training agencies. |
| (ix) | To organise conferences and seminars as appropriate. |
Current Membership
Currently being reappointed. Information will be available soon.
Enquiries regarding the work of the Youth Work Training Board or any aspects of youth work training in Northern Ireland should be addressed to:
John McCormick
Professional Adviser (Training)
Youth Council for Northern Ireland
Forestview, Purdys Lane,
BELFAST, BT8 7AR.
Tel: 028.9064.3882
Fax: 028.9064.3874
E-mail: jmccormick@youthcouncil-ni.org.uk