Youth Outreach and Development

This module is part of the Modular Certificate in Sports and Youth Development in Outdoor Education, Diploma in Outdoor Education. This Diploma is designed to develop people-centred professionals for the outdoor education, special needs, and youth sectors. You will develop interdisciplinary skills and knowledge relating to teaching, outdoor technical skills, environment, and people through a flexible, hands-on, and applied curriculum.

What You'll Learn

This module introduces concepts and theories related to youth development in Singapore. Topics include positive youth development, lifespan and development stages, motivational factors, local policies, support systems, and community-based resources. The emphasis is for students to shape their attitudes towards youth development and discern the means to develop and support youth in Singapore.

Minimum Entry Requirement

'O' Levels

• At least three (3) 'O' Level passes in the following subjects:

English Language (EL1 or EL2) Grade 1 "“ 7

Mathematics Grade 1 "“ 6

One (1) relevant subject Grade 1 "“ 6

• and at least one (1) year relevant work experience

Higher Nitec

• GPA ≥ 2.0 OR
• GPA ≥ 1.5 AND at least one (1) year relevant work experience

Nitec

• GPA ≥ 3.5 OR
• GPA ≥ 3.0 AND at least one (1) year relevant work experience

Workforce Skills Qualifications (WSQ)

• Relevant WSQ Advanced Certificate (or higher) AND at least one (1) year relevant work experience AND Level 6 WSQ Workplace Literacy SOA and Workplace Numeracy SOA
• Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission to the course based on evidence of at least two (2) years of relevant working experience. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted will have to go through an interview and/or entrance test. RP reserves the right to shortlist and admit applicants.