Community Development courses in Ireland

Community Development organisations in Ireland make a valuable contribution to the achievement of social change, equality and social justice.  Community development workers have been presented with a number of opportunities and challenges over the recent years by the rapidly changing social context of Ireland including work with new communities, migrant workers and refugees; combating racism;…

This 3-year level 7 degree course aims to develop community youth work leaders who have a high level of knowledge, skills, competence and confidence in a range of activities to enable you to work in a community development and youth work setting.

Community Care is run on a part-time basis offering a Record of Achievement over one year and a full FETAC Level 5 award over two years. Course Content (A combination of 4/5 modules per year over two years) Care Provision and Practice Safety and Health at Work Introduction to Nursing Human Growth & Development Social…

The Certificate/Diploma in Community Development Practice are part-time courses, designed to enable community activists gain a thorough understanding of community development combined with the practical skills necessary to work effectively in development work.

This programme is designed to enable participants to further develop and enhance their understanding, knowledge and skills relevant to Family, Youth and Community work practice and policy in Ireland or abroad. The main focus of the Degree programme will be on Community, Youth and Family studies, but will broadly incorporate community development, family support, adolescence,…

Courses will commence September 2019 This programme is accredited by NUI Galway.  It is provided through a collaborative partnership with the Galway Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB).    The Diploma in Youth and Community Development Practice is a one-year part-time course designed to enable community activists and youth workers gain a thorough understanding of…

This Youth and Community Work QQI accredited course is a one year, full-time programme. This Youth Work & Community Studies course is designed for those who would like to pursue a career in the youth and community sector, working with young people in a range of community based settings. This QQI Level 5 programme provides…