Training Catalogue

Youth Scotland offers a wide range of continuous professional learning and training across Scotland for youth workers, volunteers and leaders.

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Training type

Our training matrix gives you an idea of what’s available.  Most courses are offered free, except where otherwise listed, and can be delivered online or in-person.  These are for adult workers/ volunteers/leaders aged 16+

Professional Development Award in Youth Work
Accredited Pathway
This exciting course will offer youth workers and volunteers from youth groups the chance to undertake a nationally recognised SQA qualification in youth work.
Ready for Youth Work
Accredited Pathway
Ready for Youth Work is a practical course for youth workers and volunteers to ensure that they can: create a safe space for young people; engage young people meaningfully and celebrate and recognise their achievements.
Various Dates
Child Protection Officer
Trusted Adults
This interactive training will support those in the role of Child Protection Officer to be aware of their responsibilities and support their organisation to develop and implement a policy and culture which ensures the safety and welfare of children and young people
Smoking, Vaping, Mental Health and Wellbeing
Trusted Adults
Online training for youth workers to improve their knowledge and confidence when it comes to discussing tobacco, vaping and their impact on the mental health and wellbeing of young people.
Understanding Autism Level 1
Trusted Adults
Facilitated by Hope for Autism, this interactive workshop is an introduction to what is meant by Autism and how young people with Autism can be supported in youth work settings.
Sexual Health Awareness
Trusted Adults
This interactive workshop for youth workers explores the social factors that impact young people's sexual health and wellbeing
Child Protection Awareness
Accredited Pathway
This interactive workshop aims to assist youth workers and volunteers with the implementation of a child protection policy and measures to consider when working with young people and adults that keep everyone safe from harm.
Various Dates
Teenage Relationship Exploitation
Trusted Adults
This introductory workshop will explore the topics of sexualisation, abuse prevention and early intervention initiatives with young people.
Understanding and Managing Behaviour that Challenges
Trusted Adults
This introductory workshop is designed to increase your understanding and raise awareness of how to manage behaviour that is challenging in a youth work setting.
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Awards Training

For training related to the Youth Scotland Awards (Hi5 Awards, Dynamic Youth Awards or Youth Achievement Awards) follow the link below to the relevant awards pages:

Awards Training