Level 3 Distance Learning in Working with Gangs and Youth Violence
Designed for professionals eager to expand their understanding and tackle the pressing issues of serious youth violence, child criminal exploitation, and urban street gangs, this distance learning course offers a convenient and comprehensive educational experience.
As the UK’s only qualification, it has been meticulously crafted by a distinguished team of experts including Dr Sangeeta Soni from Birmingham City University, renowned Gangs and Youth Violence Expert Craig Pinkney, and Youth Development Specialist Teswal White from Alkhami.
Drawing on the expertise of leaders in education, criminal justice, and health, this course addresses crucial gaps in knowledge and skills. It equips professionals with the practical strategies to effectively engage with these complex challenges, providing a unique opportunity for significant professional development in a flexible learning format.
Addressing the Challenges Faced by Professionals in Youth Violence Prevention
Through extensive consultations with practitioners and professionals in youth violence prevention, we recognise the frustrations caused by rising violence, increasing demands, limited resources, and lack of access to comprehensive training programs. We also understand the struggle to balance ongoing education with demanding work schedules, making staying current with the latest knowledge and best practices difficult.
To address these challenges, we have developed a distance learning course to equip you with the knowledge and strategies needed for effective youth violence prevention. Our comprehensive modules provide a deep understanding of the issues, enabling you to make a lasting impact in your communities. The flexible learning experience allows you to study at your own pace, accommodating your professional and personal commitments, and enhancing your career prospects.
Increase your understanding:
- The Root Causes: Analyse the underlying factors that contribute to serious youth violence, urban street gangs, and child criminal exploitation.
- Theoretical Foundations: Gain knowledge of the core theories and models that underpin effective practices in managing youth violence.
- Safety Techniques: Learn techniques for safely and effectively engaging with young people in high-risk environments.
- Impact of Trauma: Explore the effects of trauma and mental health issues on individuals involved in serious youth violence.
- Support and Disengagement Strategies: Master strategies for supporting young people to disengage from violence, urban street gangs, and criminal activity.
- Community and Family Engagement: Develop skills to effectively engage and support young people, families, and communities to foster positive changes
Our courses will help you to improve:
Professional Development
Your ongoing professional development, including any training or continued education you have received in relation to improving your practice with young people, families, and communities.
Experiences
Attributes
Your attributes and personal qualities, such as empathy, cultural sensitivity, and resilience, and how they impact their ability to work with young people affected by serious youth violence.
Knowledge
Skills
Who is the course suitable for?
This course is designed as a professional development tailored for individuals keen to develop their understanding in addressing serious youth violence.
The distance learning format is well-suited for:
- Professionals currently working with young people or those with at least two years of relevant experience.
- Senior managers and leaders who occupy or are preparing for management or strategic positions in their organisations.
- Frontline Practitioners who are working with young people impacted by knife crime, weapons, gangs, child criminal exploitation, and county lines.
- Individuals who possess a Level 3 qualification or higher and are capable of undertaking independent study.
If this course is not suitable for you, please explore of other courses or programmes.
Features of Our Distance Learning Courses:
Our Distance Learning Award provides a flexible and fully online educational experience, designed for those who need the freedom to manage their own learning schedule. This program is delivered through our sophisticated Virtual Learning Portal, featuring:
- Online Access to Pre-Recorded Webinars: Dive into expertly crafted sessions that you can watch at your convenience.
- Interactive Quizzes, Exercises, and Assessments: Engage with the material actively to enhance learning and retention.
- Engaging Content: Access well-organized, relevant content structured to make learning enjoyable and effective.
- Study Anywhere and Anytime: With 100% online delivery, you can learn from any location at any time that suits you.
- Control Your Own Timetable: You decide when to study based on your personal and professional commitments.
- Access to a Personal Tutor: Receive guidance and support tailored to your learning needs.
Our distance learning course is ideal for professionals with busy schedules and diverse learning styles. It is structured to equip you with the tools and knowledge needed to make a significant impact in the field of youth violence and gang intervention.
Become a pivotal force in preventing youth violence
- Qualified Practitioner: Enhance your career prospects with this recognised qualification.
- Flexible Learning Experience: Study at your own pace and within your own time, accommodating your professional and personal commitments.
- Practical Insights: Continuously update your knowledge and skills via our virtual learning portal, gaining immediate access to a wealth of dynamic learning materials.
- Make a Significant Impact: Our comprehensive modules ensure you gain a deep understanding of the issues, enabling you to make a significant impact in your community.
Get Immediate Access
This distance learning award is perfect for professionals who are looking for a substantial yet manageable commitment to enhance their skills in dealing with youth violence and gangs. Embrace the flexibility and convenience of this program to advance your expertise and gain a recognised qualification.
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Standard Completion Time: The course is optimally structured for completion within 12 weeks, assuming part-time study with a commitment of at least one full day per week.
Extended Access: From the moment you receive your login details, you’ll have 12 months of access to the comprehensive course material. Extensions beyond this period are available, ensuring you can adapt the learning schedule to fit your needs.
Our Distance Learning programme is designed with your flexibility and success in mind. You can Buy it Now with one single payment at our discounted price £995.00 or split your payment over 3 payments of £349.00 via direct debit via GoCardless. Terms and conditions apply.
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Throughout the course, you will develop a comprehensive portfolio of evidence to demonstrate your learning and skills. This portfolio will include written statements or ‘Reflective Accounts,’ supported by work products you have created during the program. Your progress will be continuously evaluated through various forms of assessment to ensure a thorough understanding and application of the course material. These assessments include:
- Assignments: Tasks designed to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations.
- Workbooks: Exercises that reinforce learning and comprehension.
- Quizzes: Short tests to review and consolidate key concepts from the coursework.
- Scenario-Based Reports: Detailed analyses of hypothetical situations to demonstrate strategic thinking and practical application.
- Self-Reflective Work: Reflections on your learning process, challenges, and growth to foster personal and professional development.
This structured approach ensures that you not only learn the material but are also able to implement your knowledge effectively in real-world scenarios.
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If you require additional information or need assistance with payment and invoicing, please reach out to us at:
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- Email: training@syvn.org.uk
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Our Level 3 Award in Working with Gangs and Youth Violence has been instrumental for a wide range of professionals committed to making a difference in their communities. Attendees from various sectors have enriched their skills and expanded their impact, including:
- Youth Workers & Mentors: Building stronger relationships and interventions with at-risk Young people.
- Probation Officers & Youth Offending Workers: Enhancing rehabilitation and prevention strategies.
- Social Workers & Mental Health Workers: Developing deeper understanding and better support mechanisms.
- Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) & Probation Officers: Gaining insights into a deeper understanding of community-based prevention and support.
- Educators (Heads & Deputy Heads, Teachers, Pastoral Managers): Integrating violence prevention into educational environments.
- Strategic Leads & Exploitation Prevention Officers: Shaping and implementing policy and initiatives at organisational and community levels.
- Sporting Industry Professionals: Using sports as a medium for engagement and violence prevention.
- Victim Support Workers & Families of Victims: Providing informed support and advocacy.
- Religious Leaders: Engaging community initiatives and support groups.
- Prison Officers & Educational Workers in Correctional Facilities: Applying intervention strategies within the correctional system.
- Ex-offenders & Individuals with Lived Experience: Contributing valuable perspectives to prevention strategies and mentorship.
These professionals have not only enhanced their individual capabilities but also contributed to a broader societal impact through their improved understanding and skills in managing youth violence and gang involvement.
Level 3 Certificate in Working with Gangs and Youth Violence
Qualification Number: 601/8714/1
Our Level 3 qualifications are accredited by AIM Qualifications and Assessment Group formerly known as OCN West Midlands and is officially registered under the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The RQF is responsible for ensuring the qualification meets the high standards set by Ofqual, the qualifications regulator in England. This framework provides a clear and structured way to recognise and compare the levels of various qualifications.
Key Features of the Certificate:
- Credits: The qualification carries a total of 28 credits, which are equivalent to 24 UCAS points, adding substantial value to your higher education applications or professional progression.
For more detailed information about the accreditation and its significance, click the button below to visit the accrediting body’s official site.
AIM Qualification
You can complete the course as quickly as 12 weeks. However, you are granted up to 12 months to finish the program without any additional fees. Please note, access to the learning portal beyond the initial 12 months will incur a monthly fee of £35.00.
The course is delivered entirely online through our dedicated virtual learning portal. This allows you to access all course materials remotely, providing the flexibility to study from anywhere at any time.
You can enroll directly by clicking the “Buy Now” button on our webpage. If your employer is enrolling you or if you need to register multiple participants, please contact us at training@syvn.org.uk for assistance.
No, this course is delivered online only. However, you will have access to a personal tutor who will provide support and guidance throughout your learning journey.
Online learning offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to study at your own pace and on your schedule. There are no fixed classes to attend, meaning you can fit your learning around your existing commitments. All classes are pre-recorded and available through our virtual portal, ensuring that you have access to all the necessary resources whenever you need them.
Enhancing Career Prospects with a Premier Qualification
Our Level 3 Award in Working with Gangs and Youth Violence is rapidly gaining recognition as the leading course in the sector, renowned for setting the highest standards of quality, knowledge, and expertise. This esteemed qualification not only boosts career opportunities within social care, criminal justice, education and youth sector but also establishes our graduates as specialists with a deep understanding and effective strategies for combating youth violence.
As this program continues to shape industry standards, those who hold this certification are increasingly seen as pivotal figures in shaping progressive, effective approaches within their fields. This credential is your gateway to becoming a recognised leader and innovator in addressing some of the most pressing social challenges today
Participants will be able to continue with another level 3 working with gangs and serious youth violence units to complete all 8 units and gain a level 3 Certificate. Many of our units are currently being developed as distance learning modules and will soon be available upon completion of the Level 3 Award.
Higher Education:
For those seeking to expand their knowledge and skills in youth, community, families, and social work, higher education can provide a valuable opportunity. Many Level 3 graduates from our program have pursued further education in these fields, often by enrolling in a bachelor’s or master’s degree program.