Atlantic Technological University (ATU) has launched a new part-time Higher Certificate in Community Development and Youth Work programme, which commences delivery from 21 January (2025) in the ATU Mayo campus.
Dr Deirdre Garvey Head of Department in Environmental Humanities and Social Science, ATU Mayo, says: “This new programme will provide new opportunities to access third level education at ATU Mayo campus and will enhance our engagement with and support for communities in our region”.
Dr Justin Kerr, ATU Vice President Mayo Campus and Head of School, thanked all stakeholders who worked on developing the programme with ATU staff thus far and gave assurance to continuing this work in the future.
Breda Ruane, Youth Officer, MSLETB, says: “This course is important for communities in the region. Graduates of this programme and professional youth workers can make a real difference in young people’s lives.”
Anne Finn, Mayo North East Partnership, says: “Youth care organisations are in full support of the programme and will facilitate practice placement where participants can gain practical experience of working in community and youth work settings.”
The programme will be delivered in a blended format, with two consecutive days per week on the ATU Mayo campus.
