Youthreach
Youthreach offers young people a wide range of learning and training opportunities. A range of national QQI (Quality and Qualifications Ireland) qualifications are provided at Levels 2 (General Learning), 3 (Employability Skills) and 4 (General Learning). Subjects include art and craft, catering, computers, childcare, hairdressing, health and fitness, literacy, numeracy, office skills, outdoor pursuits, personal development, woodcraft and many more.
| Award Name | Level 4 Certificate (Level 4 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 4 NFQ |
| Award Name | Level 3 Certificate (Level 3 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 3 NFQ |
| Award Name | Level 2 Certificate (Level 2 NFQ) |
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 2 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 4 Certificate (Level 4 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 4 NFQ |
| Level 3 Certificate (Level 3 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 3 NFQ |
| Level 2 Certificate (Level 2 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 2 NFQ |
What is Youthreach
Level 2 General Learning
— Computer Skills
— Listening and Speaking
— Non-Verbal Communications
— Quantity and Number
— Reading
— Using Technology
— Writing
Level 3 Employability Skills
Modules vary from centre to centre but can include:
— Application of Number
— Art and Design
— Career Preparation
— Caring for Children
— Communications
— Computer Literacy
— Construction Skills
— Craft – Textiles
— Craft – Wood
— Desktop Publishing
— Functional Mathematics
— Hairdressing Basin Skills
— Health and Fitness
— Internet Skills
— Mathematics
— Metalwork
— Nutrition and Healthy Options
— Office Procedures
— Personal Effectiveness
— Personal and Interpersonal Skills
— Personal Care and Presentation
— Spreadsheets
— Woodwork
— Word Processing
— Work Experience
Level 4 General Learning
Modules vary from centre to centre but can include:
— Biology
— Career Planning
— Child Development and Play
— Computer Applications
— Drawing
— Engineering Workshop Processes
— English and Communications
— Environmental Sustainability Awareness
— Fine Art Painting
— Food and Nutrition
— Functional Maths
— Health Related Fitness
— Information Technology Skills
— Mathematics
— Personal and Interpersonal Development
— Personal Effectiveness
— Team Working
— Textiles
— Woodcraft
— Word Processing
— Work Experience
Eligibility
Education: No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 1 when accessing a Level 2 programme.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate an elementary range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course and be able to work under direction.
Application process includes an interview
Entry Requirements Level 3
Education: Applicants do not need any previous formal qualification to apply for Youthreach.
Aptitude: Students who are ready to take on new tasks, can follow direction and are moving towards independent learning.
Previous experience: No previous experience required. Suitable for students who wish to progress to employment or further education and training through the attainment of a QQI Level 3 major award.
Application process includes an interview.
Entry Requirements Level 4
Education: Applicants should have a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 4 programme. Applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education although no formal qualifications are required.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work under direction with some ability to work on their own initiative.
Application process includes an interview.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Routes: Students who complete the Youthreach programme can progress directly to employment or onto further and higher education options in Co Donegal and beyond:
— Level 2: Progression to Level 3 within FET.
— Level 3: Progression to Level 4 within FET or employment.
— Level 4: Progression to Level 5 within FET or to higher education options or employment. Youthreach has a direct entry option to the Atlantic Technological University Donegal's Certificate in Preparatory Studies course.
Further information
Duration: Two years. Youthreach operates a continuous intake policy all year around so applications can be made at any time of the year.
Cost: The Youthreach programme is free to early school leavers, aged between 16 and 20 years old.
Students are paid a training allowance to undertake their course (currently €45 for 16 –17, €244 for those aged 18+ years). They also receive a small meal allowance and a travel allowance where applicable.
Ballyshannon: Pernille Burns
Youthreach Coordinator
Tel: 071 9851286
Buncrana: Jayne O Donnell
Youthreach Coordinator
Tel. 074 9362466
Glengad: Jayne O Donnell
Youthreach Coordinator
Tel: 074 9362466
Gort an Choirce: Caitriona Cullen
Youthreach Coordinator
Tel: 074 9135218
Letterkenny: Gillian Kennedy, Acting
Youthreach Coordinator
Tel: 074 9122585
Lifford: Aidan Callaghan, Acting
Youthreach Coordinator
Tel: 074 9122585