Course Aim
The Community and Youth Development programme accommodates students who want to explore a variety of modules relating to community and youth work sector, helping them gain the skill, knowledge and competence to work effectively in a range of community development work settings. This programme will suit anyone who wants to work with young people in a range of community and youth-based settings.
Course Modules
- Working with Groups
- Understanding Community Development
- Community Development Practice
- Communications
- Work Experience
- Young People and Society
- Community Addiction Studies
- Social Studies
Certification
5M3050 QQI Level 5 Community Development
Entry Requirements
All our Level 5 PLC courses are open to school leavers (Leaving Cert/ Leaving Cert Applied Students/A Levels/GCSE or equivalent), QQI Level 4 graduates and mature applicants. A QQI Level 5 award is a prerequisite to access a Level 6 programme.
Higher Education
DCU | Social Sciences and Cultural Innovation | Level 8
WIT | Applied Healthcare | Level 7
DKIT/AIT | Social Care |Level 8
DCU | Arts & Humanities | Level 8
AIT | Veterinary Nursing | Level 7
DKIT | Digital Humanities | Level 8
DKIT/AIT | Early Years Care & Education | Level 7
Career Opportunities & Progression Routes
Graduates progress to employment in various areas including:
Following the successful completion of the Community and Youth Development programme, students may undertake a degree programme. Others may join local community development organisations such as :
The Simon Community Dundalk, Social Inclusion and Community Activiation Programme, Louth Sports Partnership and Louth Age Friendly.
2020-21 Course Fees
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€50 |
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€150 |
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€200 |
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€50 |
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€30 |
Note - Some courses may require the learner to purchase relevant industry-specific material for their own use which may not be included in the list of course fees.
€30 of Enrolment Fees are Non-Refundable. All fees subject to change.
Fee Exemptions
The following categories of participant are exempt from paying the PLC Government Levy:
- Medical Card/SUSI Grant/Back to Education Allowance Holders may be exempted from PLC Government Levy. Documentary Evidence must be presented immediately to avail of such exemptions.
- Medical Card/Back to Education Allowance Holders may be exempted from QQI Exam Fees. Documentary Evidence must be presented immediately to avail of such exemptions.
Fee Payments
All fees must be paid online with a Credit/Debit card in advance of course commencement on 7th September 2020. Fees are subject to change. Please note that no refunds will be made by OFI after Friday 2nd October 2020. All requests for refunds must be made by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.