The course engages in discussion of issues of health promotion among youth and youth workers. Students will be introduced to the concepts and principles of health, safety and well-being. They will learn to advocate for healthy lifestyles among youth and in the work place, paying special attention to Caribbean issues related to sexual reproductive health and STIs including HIV/AIDS, mental health and occupational health and safety.
Competencies:
YDWCYP0564: Apply advanced advocacy skills
YDWCYP0604: Design, develop and support the implementation of HIV/AIDS, STIs and related programmes
YDWCYP0674: Promote a culture of occupational health and safety in youth development work
YDWCYP0684: Develop and implement protocols and procedures to safeguard the welfare of young people in youth development work
YDWCYP0714: Manage the promotion of healthy lifestyles among youth
YDWCYP0744: Design, develop and support the implementation of programmes to enable young people to address their circumstances
YDWCYP0343: Promote equality of opportunity, participation and responsibility
YDWCYP0493: Work as an effective and reflective practitioner
