diploma studies

The YMCA George Williams College offers a number of routes for volunteers and workers to develop their work.

The programmes have two themes running through them.

First, they encourage people to reflect on their experiences, to deepen their understanding, and to explore where they want to go.

Second, they look to deepen people’s skills in, and understanding of, the work they do and gain recognized professional qualifications.

In addition they can lead into a nationally recognized Access to Higher Education qualification.

Diploma in informal education (youth work and community learning and development

The aim of the programme is to enable learners to explore their values, skills and knowledge and to develop as informal educators, youth support workers and animators of community learning and development.

Part one of the programme offers level three qualification in community learning and development (and youth work).

The programme is endorsed by the Scottish Standards Council also leads to a Diploma in youth work (ABC Awards). It is a level 3 programme worth 54 credits.

Part two of the programme (if you want to go on) leads to a recognized Access to Higher Education Award.

Complete an application form (also available in Word).

Diploma in community learning and development

This new course sets out to meet the needs of those wanting to improve life in local communities.

It has been designed for people involved in local groups and organizations who want to develop the way they work. For those who want it, the programme also offers a route into higher education.

The programme is endorsed by the Scottish Standards Council and the Open College Network (for Community Development). It is a level 3 programme worth 54 credits.

Part two of the programme (if you want to go on) leads to a recognized Access to Higher Education Award.

The course starts in the North West in June/July 2010 – and is supported by the Rank Foundation. Other courses will follow. Download a leaflet. Complete an application form (also available in Word).

Diploma in mentoring, helping and community learning

This new programme sets out to meet the needs of young adult carers who want to develop their abilities as helpers and mentors.

It has been designed for people who have experience of caring and who are working with others in the community. Many young adult carers support and mentor younger carers, and work with other people.

Part one of the programme offers level three qualification in community learning and development (and youth work).

The programme is endorsed by the Scottish Standards Council also leads to a Diploma in youth work (ABC Awards). It is a level 3 programme worth 54 credits.

Part two of the programme (if you want to go on) leads to a recognized Access to Higher Education Award.

Download a leaflet. Complete an application form (also available in Word).