All courses
Engage! Certificate in Christian Youth Work. OCN Level 2 & 3
Centre for Youth Ministry
Level 3 is recognised as conveying Youth Support Worker Level 3 qualification
6 Unit course involving day conferences, distance learning, reflective supervision and learning by doing!
Validated by the National Open College Network
Cliff College ~ DipHE: Youth Mission and Ministry
Delivered by Cliff College, this part-time two year course is taught through five residential teaching blocks, a home placement and placement supervisor. It is validated by the University of Manchester and run in partnership with Youth for Christ / Urban Saints / Scripture Union / Salvation Army
CYM ~ BA Hons Youth & Community Work and Practical Theology
Full-time three year course taught at five centres around the UK - Bristol, Cambridge, Ireland (Belfast), Midlands (Nottingham) and Oxford; combining teaching days at the Regional Centres and learning in youth work placements
Oasis College ~ BA(Hons) Youth Work and Ministry
A full-time three year honours degree course delivered at Oasis College in London combining college learning and placement-based experience. Award includes JNC professionally qualifying status
Moorlands ~ BA Applied Theology (Youth and Community work)
A three-year degree programme that can be taken as either Campus Based or Placement Based, learning through excellently taught modules and varied practical experience. Award includes JNC professional qualification
Cliff College ~ BA Honours in Children’s and Youth Ministry
Delivered by Cliff College, this part-time two year course is available to those with an appropriate DipHE
Oak Hill ~ BA (Hons) in Youth & Children’s Ministry
Full-time or part-time Foundation degree or Honours degree delivered by Oak Hill College, North London
ICC Glasgow ~ BA Hons Youth Work With Applied Theology
Full-time four/three year honours degree combining academic studies with learning in placements. Within the degree there is an optional module “Youth Work in Schools” which can also be taken as an individual module for those wishing to increase their skills and knowledge.
Chester ~ BA Hons Christian Youth Work
Full-time or part-time course delivered at the Chester Campus of the University. Note that this course is closing and students cannot enter at Level 4 in September 2012
CYM ~ MA Youth & Community Work and Practical Theology
Delivered by Centre For Youth Ministry through block teaching weeks, seminars and distance learning materials. Part-time three year course with September and March start dates
Kings ~ MA Youth Ministry
A one year full-time or two year part-time degree delivered by King’s College in the heart of London University
CYM ~ MA Professional Practice and Practical Theology
This Masters qualification includesnamed awards in Chaplaincy Work, Leadership and Mission, Spirituality and Wellbeing. Delivered by Centre For Youth Ministry through block teaching weeks, seminars and distance learning materials. Part-time three year course with September and March start dates
What Every Volunteer Youth Worker Should Know
Operated by Youthwork - The Partnership (Oasis, Spring Harvest, Salvation Army, YFC and Youthwork magazine)
Church Colleges ~ CertHE in Christian Youth Work
A course provided by the University of Chester working with 3 Anglican dioceses in the North West of England
Training for Youth Work
Managed by Youthlink: Northern Ireland. The inter-church youth service - Church of Ireland, Methodist, Presbyterian, Roman Catholic Churches, and the Quakers.
Emerge Academy
Operated by two Christian Youth Ministry companies; Youth Focus - based in the UK and The EDGE - based in South Africa
Newman ~ BA Youth and Community Work
Full and part-time courses for general youth & community workers including opportunities in faith-based youth work
Oasis College ~ Graduate Diploma in Youth Work and Ministry
Delivered in London at Oasis College for those who already have a Level 5 or higher qualification or equivalent experience
CYM ~ BA Hons Children and Family Work and Practical Theology
Delivered by the Centre for Youth Ministry at four regional centres across England - Bristol, Cambridge, Midlands (Nottingham) and Oxford
Full-time three year course combining academic study and learning in placements
Oasis College ~ MA in Youth Ministry
A one year full-time / three year part-time Masters programme honours degree taught in London by Oasis College
CYM ~ BA Hons School, Youth & Community Work and Practical Theology
Delivered by Centre for Youth Ministry in four regional centres across England - Bristol, Cambridge, Midlands (Nottingham) and Oxford
Three year full-time course combining academic study and learning in placements
Cliff College ~ DipHE: Children, Mission and Ministry
A part-time two year course run in collaboration with Scripture Union / Urban Saints / CPAS / Salvation Army
Moorlands ~ MA in Applied Theology
A part-time MA that is delivered in a flexible, relevant way with emphasis on action learning groups and peer study. Allowing you support and growth in your ministry with options to study Christian Leadership, Preaching or Family, Children and Community Work.
Moorlands ~ MA in Applied Theology (Youth and Community Work)
A part-time MA which is delivered in a flexible, relevant way, engaging with your peers whilst studying an area of your passion, leading to a JNC Professional Qualification
Nazarene ~ BA Honours Practical Theology: Mission and Ministry
A three year full-time course, with part-time options, for those wanting to train for various ministries in the North West of England
Nazarene ~ BA Honours in Theology: Youth Work and Ministry
A three years full-time honours degree course with flexible part-time options and placements across the North West of England
Cliff College ~ Master of Arts in Mission
The MA in Mission: Children and Youth & Youth ministry options seek to further provide the student with the theological and missiological tools to understand, evaluate and engage in youth ministry and youth work from a faith perspective
ICY ~ Bachelor of Theology
Our team is passionate about, “young people reaching young people” so if this strikes a cord come check us out.
LST ~ BA Honours Theology
Three year full-time (part-time options) for those who want to think through their faith and apply it to life
LST ~ BA Honours Theology, Music & Worship
Developed with the Music and Worship Foundation, an Honours Degree course for those who wish to combine music and youth work
Moorlands ~ BA Honours: Applied Theology (Community and Family Studies)
A three-year degree programme that can be taken as either campus-based or placement-based, learning through a variety of excellent teaching and hands on practical experience earning a JNC Professional Qualification level 6.
Newman ~ MA Youth and Community Work
Full-time or part-time opportunity to study in Birmingham and including faith-based youth work opportunities
SWYM ~ Bachelor of Theology (BTh Hons)
A three year full time degree: BTh (Hons) Mission (with a specialisation in Youth Ministry)
Amaze ~ Training for children’s/youth workers
A one day session covering child protection, health and safety, working with volunteers etc. and can include other topics from our Best Practice Manual as well as less specialised topics such as time management.
The Key
The Key is a new training resource which has been written and developed by the Youth and Children’s departments from the Diocese of Bath and Wells and the Diocese of Bristol to equip those who work with children and young people.
It is primarily aimed at volunteers in a variety of church settings, however, The Key can also be used as a basic quality assurance tool and team building exercise for existing volunteers or paid workers. Facilitators are encouraged to follow the simple guidelines, however, it is flexible enough to use other resources to enhance the learning experience.
Amaze ~ Training for EMPLOYERS of Children’s/youth work
A two day course: the first day looks at the context of work; from recruitment and selection through to contracts and the policies that should be in place. The second day is more about effective management of staff once in place. The course can be re-organised to meet specific needs
Churches Child Protection Advisory Service
The Churches’ Child Protection Advisory Service (CCPAS) is the only independent Christian charity providing professional advice, CRB checks, support, training and resources in all areas of safeguarding children and for those affected by abuse.
Our services are used not only by churches and groups across the denominational spectrum, but increasingly by other faiths as well as non-faith based organisations keen to utilise the resources and expertise we offer. We also give advice to Children’s Services Departments, Police and other agencies across the UK.
Frontier Youth Trust
particularly focusing on Responding to Challenging Behaviour, Young People and Spirituality, Mission, Working with At Risk Young People, Youth Work Development, Youth Work Resources
Moorlands ~ Cert HE; Dip HE Applied Theology
CertHE ~ A one-year Applied Theology Certificate with both teaching and practical options in Children and Schools Work and Youth and Community Work.
DipHE ~ A two-year Applied Theology Diploma with the option to focus on either Children and Schools Work or Youth and Community Work.
Oasis ~ Esteem (sex and relationships education)
Oasis Sex and Relationships Education (SRE), known as Oasis Esteem, has been equipping people to deliver Personal Social Health and Citizenship Education (PSHCE) across the country since 1987. From these years of experience, both in the UK and across the world, we have developed a wide range of services geared towards young people, as well as providing support for teachers, youth workers, parents and school governors.
Romance Academy
A Romance Academy is a 12-15 week project supporting and mentoring up to twelve young people as they build their self-esteem enhanced by sexual delay. Each Academy is facilitated by a male and female youth worker who work with the group to ensure each member is valued, challenged and supported on this journey.
SWYM ~ Be Transformed (Foundation Year)
One year placement-based, youth and schools mission/discipleship programme in the south west of England. Includes the CYM Engage! course
Regents Theological College ~ BA Hons in Applied Theology
A three year full-time degree: BA Hons in Applied Theology – specialising in either Youth Ministry, Theology, Performing Arts or Pastoral Ministry
Regents Theological College ~ BA Hons (Joint) in Performing Arts and Applied Theology
Combining theology and performing arts, a three-year full-time degree course
CYM ~ FdA Community Based Pioneer Ministry
The FdA in Community Based Pioneer Ministry offers students to opportunity to gain skills in community based pioneer ministry which we expect to be transferable into a range of contexts. Students will be based in a range of practice contexts, predominantly churches and community projects. This route does not form a pathway for ordanation training however, by the end of the course we expect students to be able to initiate an expression of pioneer ministry themselves.
CYM ~ BA Hons in Young People, Communities and Practical Theology
Three year full-time course (part-time route available) with professional validation and delivered in Bristol, Cambridge, Nottingham and Oxford
Cliff College ~ MPhil / PhD
Cliff College also provide research opportunities for further youth ministry research at MPhil (Level 7) and PhD (Level 8) levels, and several candidates are exploring research in this field.
De Montfort ~ MA/PGDip Youth Work and Community Development Studies
Part-time, distance learning and residentials form the basis of this two year course where placements can be in a church or faith-based settings
De Montfort ~ MA in Youth and Community Development Studies
Full –time (one year) or Part-time by distance learning with three week long residential over two years. Placement can be in a church or faith-based setting with optional modules in faith-based subject areas. The course is for those who would have an appropriate professional qualification
De Montfort ~ BA Honours in Youth & Community Development
This course can be taken full-time or part-time with normally two days a week in Leicester and then learning in placements which can be in a church or faith-based setting with optional modules in faith-based subject areas
Gloucestershire ~ BA (Hons) Youth Work
A three year full-time university based course with the opportunity to be placed in a church or faith-based placement
Gloucestershire ~ FdA Supporting Youth Practice
A two year full time or part time course for those who wish to work with Local Authorities in the Integrated Youth Service, with the opportunity of a church or faith-based placement
Regents ~ MTh in Applied Theology / Pentecostal & Charismatic Issues / Missonal Leadership
A new suite of Masters courses in Theology delivered by Regents Theological College (Elim)
Regents ~ School of Ministry
A one year course in Christian ministry, which can act as a form of access into Regents’ Higher Education courses
St Mary’s ~ Foundation Degree in Youth Ministry
The programme combines academic study with vocational experience and has been developed in partnership with St Mary’s University College and CYMFED (Catholic Youth Ministry Federation). It provides the opportunity for students to explore youth ministry, focusing on culture, policy and legislation and human development. The use of scripture will be explored alongside Church teaching, catechesis and tradition. Students will acquire a range of transferable skills and develop these together with reflective practice on their work.
Staffordshire ~ MA in Youth and Community Work
Part-time course based in Stoke-on-Trent for those who have the JNC Professional Grade and are looking to extend their skills and academic ability. Opportunities for faith-based placements
Time for God ~ Volunteer Year
Time for God has more than 40 years of experience offering quality volunteering opportunities to people of all ages - both in the UK and abroad.
Pais Project ~ Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships in Youth and Schools Ministry are available in Great Britain, Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland, Germany, Poland, USA, Canada, Ghana, Brazil. There is no cost, applicants need to be over 18 and with three references.
St Mellitus ~ BA Hons in Theology and Youth Ministry
St Mellitus College in Partnership with XLP, Soul Survivor and HTB offer a degree in Theology and Youth Ministry. It is a three year full-time context based course, integrating theology with a practical youth ministry placement, spending half of the time in each. All the training is delivered at St Mellitus’ west London teaching venue in South Kensington (St Paul’s Theological Centre)
LST ~ BA Honours Theology and Counselling
A range of integrated theology and counselling programmes, run in partnership with CWR
Hope UK ~ Young People, Drugs and the Role of the Youth Worker
Hope UK’s ‘Young People, Drugs and the Role of the Youth Worker’ course helps youth workers incorporate drug and alcohol education into their work with young people. The course is a portfolio-based programme accredited with the Open College Network at level 3 and takes place over 2 days
CYM ~ BA Hons in Contextual Ministry and Practical Theology
A ‘progression award’ for those studying the FdA in Pioneer Ministry. This award is also available for those with an FdA or DipHE in an appropriate field. Studying over one or two years alongside students on CYMs other degrees you will have the opportunity to engage in further theological and professional study and undertake a research or library based dissertation into an appropriate topic.
De Montfort ~ MA/PGDip Youth Work, Health and Community Development
This course offers a flexible, yet coherent, programme of study, with a professional qualification in youth and community development work upon graduation, which enables successful graduates to practice as a qualified health/youth and community development worker in the UK. Faith-based placements are available.
Light Project ~ FdA Community Evangelism
A 3 year part-time course at levels 4 and 5, delivered as an open learning course with study blocks. The course is designed for people working in Churches and Christian Community projects (youth, families, childrens, homeless, elderly etc). The course is an academic look at how the Christian message can demonstrated in relevant ways today.
BBC ~ BA Honours Theology
This three year honours degree in Theology has a strong ministry focus, and is designed to develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to live, and help others live the life of faith in the contemporary world. The course includes a wide range of learning experiences including weekly ministry placements and international placement opportunities, as well as the opportunity to undertake independent research in an area of interest. Students specifically interested in youth ministry can tailor the course to meet their individual ministry interests. Students with appropriate qualifications can enter at DipHE Level (5) or Honours Degree Level (6)
Springdale ~ BTh Honours Mission
Our BTh (Hons) Mission explores cutting edge missional thinking while you are engaged in mission and ministry. The BTh is designed to help you engage in God’s Mission to reclaim young people to a renewed and highly relevant view of the church and their place in it. We help students to understand how to interpret youth culture in order to make the gospel relevant to youth. The course provides practical, affordable and flexible apprenticeship style training for those currently in youth work or emerging church leaders.