Learning and Development Opportunities - Dorsetforyou.com

Foundation Training, VRQ Certificate andDiploma in Youth WorkWe offer two different levels of training for part time workers who want to gain a youthwork qualification, after completing their foundation training. A discussion needs to takeplace with the Line Manager to identify which level of training is appropriate.Foundation TrainingFor Newly Appointed Youth WorkersVRQ Level 2 Certificate in Youth WorkFor P/T Youth Workers who have completed theirInduction and have at least 6 months youth work experience.VRQ Level 3 Diploma in Youth WorkFor P/T Workers who have completed Level 2 (or who candemonstrate competence at Level 2) and who are required totake responsibility for some areas of work in their centres.The VRQ qualification aims to improve the service to young people by providing anaward that embraces national standards for the practice of youth and community work,which is also recognised by other agencies.To apply for a place on the Level 2 Certificate or Level 3 Diploma in Youth WorkQualification course you need to complete the application form at the back of thisbooklet and return it to:Jean Arnold, Dorset Youth and Community Service, Hammick House,Bridport Road, Poundbury, Dorchester. Dorset DT1 3SDby Friday 6th June 2008The intake for September 2007 has already been agreed,therefore your name will be put on the waiting list for the September 2008 intake.9