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Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice
Advance Your Skills with the Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice. Ready to take the next step in your youth work journey? The Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice equips you with the hands-on skills, confidence, and knowledge needed to work effectively with young people in real-world settings.
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Course Cost
£1475
Course Duration
6-12 months
Course Delivery
Classroom-Based/Blended
About the Qualification
Introduction
Introducing the new and improved SEG Awards Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice (England)!
We’ve given our previous Level 2 Certificate a fresh makeover, thanks to the expertise of the National Youth Agency, Awarding Organisations, and top industry professionals. This revamped course is designed to keep you at the forefront of youth work practice and equip you with the latest skills and knowledge.
With this updated programme, you’ll gain valuable insights into the ever-evolving field of youth work, ensuring you’re well-prepared to make a positive impact on young people’s lives. Whether you’re just starting or looking to enhance your existing skills, this course provides a solid foundation for your journey.
Join us and take your youth work skills to the next level! Get ready to inspire, support, and make a real difference in your community.
Curriculum
By completing this qualification, you’ll gain a solid understanding and practical experience through the 4 units of Level 2 Award, along with these exciting topics and an optional unit of your choice:
Group Work within a Youth Work Setting: Learn how to effectively facilitate and manage group dynamics.
Working with Behaviour that Challenges in Youth Work Settings: Develop strategies to handle challenging behaviours with confidence and care.
Work-Based Practice in Youth Work: Gain hands-on experience to apply your skills in real-world youth work settings.
Reflective Practice in a Youth Work Setting: Enhance your ability to reflect on your experiences and
continuously improve your practice.
Are you prepared to make a significant impact? These topics will equip you with the tools you need to succeed!
Progression Opportunities
Finish the SEG Awards Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice and open the door to even more opportunities!
Step Up to Level 3: Move on to a Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Youth Work Practice.
Higher Education Pathways: Successful Level 2 learners can progress to Level 3 programmes, which can lead to Foundation Degrees and Higher Education.
Qualification Objective
Learners must achieve at least 26 credits to gain the qualification. To do this, they must achieve all units from Mandatory Group A and at least three credits from Optional Group B – download our brochure for more details.
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Who is this Programme for
The Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice has been developed with industry experts. This qualification allows learners to gain knowledge and understanding of working within the youth work sector. The units within this qualification are all mandatory, with the addition of an optional unit, to ensure learners are well equipped to progress onto further training opportunities.
What your qualifications can lead
Youth Support Worker
Targeted Youth Support Worker
Community Development Officer
Outreach and Detached Worker
Youth Support Workers build trusted relationships with young people, offering support and guidance away from life’s pressures. They typically work with ages 11 to 19 but can support up to age 25 as needed. Found in youth clubs, community centres, hospitals, and faith-based venues, they create safe environments where young people feel heard and valued. Through social educational activities and programmes, they promote personal development, social skills, and emotional well-being. They listen, advise, and mentor, helping young people navigate adolescence and early adulthood. By fostering positive relationships, Youth Support Workers provide stability and encouragement, empowering young people to make informed decisions and build brighter futures.
Your Learner Journey – How It Works
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Case Study
Jamal Ahmed – Assistant Youth Worker, London
Profile
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Age: 24
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Setting: Borough-run youth club in Southwark, South-East London
- Learning pathway: Level 2 Certificate in Youth Work Practice with Need 2 Succeed (completed March 2025)
Starting point & challenges
Jamal joined the club as a casual sessional worker after finishing university. He had natural rapport with young people but little structure to his delivery, felt unsure about safeguarding thresholds and found paperwork overwhelming.
How Need 2 Succeed helped
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Immediate application: Practical workshops on group-work theory, safeguarding, equality & diversity gave Jamal clear frameworks he could apply the very next evening.
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Real-time feedback: Live assessments were carried out in the club itself, so feedback was immediate and contextual.
- Mentor support: A dedicated mentor-assessor helped Jamal design simple reflective tools (journals, session plans) that cut his admin time in half.
Results
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Confidence boost: Amina now regularly co-facilitates girls’ mental health discussions and leads simple wellbeing check-ins.
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Improved safeguarding awareness: She flagged a disclosure that led to a timely referral – something she says she’d have missed before the course.
- Clear development path: With encouragement from her tutor, Amina has registered for the Level 2 Certificate starting September 2025.
Before the course | Three months after completion |
Sessions rarely planned beyond a rough idea | Structured weekly plans mapped to club outcomes |
Unsure how to escalate safeguarding | Successfully led 2 referrals to early-help services |
64 % average attendance | 78 % average attendance; young people cite “more purposeful sessions” |
Personal quote
“I used to rely on vibe – now I rely on skills. The Level 2 course turned nervous energy into professional confidence.”
Next steps
The club has ring-fenced budget for Jamal to progress to the Level 3 Diploma with Need 2 Succeed in 2026.
Why are case studies important?
These cases showcase Need 2 Succeed’s ability to develop talent, improve provision and evidence real-world outcomes – a compelling narrative for funders, commissioners and prospective learners alike. They provide a picture of how Need 2 Succeed develops talent at every level, from first exposure to professional leadership.
They are powerful examples of how Need 2 Succeed opens doors at the very start of the youth work journey, empowering volunteers – often from underrepresented communities – to become confident, capable practitioners.
They represent the current and next generation of youth workers, and include young people who’ve experienced youth services themselves and now want to give back.
