What We Offer

A full-day school programme for youth who have graduated from high schools, Youth Reaching Youth provides youth with a second chance at their overall development:

SECONDARY LEVEL SUBJECTS

SKILLS TRAINING CERTIFICATION

SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT TRAINING

Character Building and Goal Setting
Leadership Development
Life Skills Training
Psychological Development
Training in the Creative Arts
Community Service

SPIRITUAL DEVELOPMENT COURSES

Education/Prevention Programme for targeted & non-targetted groups consisting of the following: – training courses in Christian Peer Education, training in Peer Leadership Development, Class-room educational sessions in life-skills and health education topics, large group sensitization sessions on issues affecting teens, life skill workshops, parenting workshops, provides training in employable skills for parents, hosting local and regional conferences in Peer Education, training and consultancy services for others.

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE IN BUSINESS ADMINSTRATION

Duration: The programme is offered over two (2) years. All students pursuing this programme must cover all courses offered in Year’s one (1) and two (2).

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION

This Associate degree in Business Administration prepares the groundwork for higher learning at the Bachelor’s level. Graduates of the programme will be equipped with communication and technology skills in addition to being exposed to an excellent mix of courses in accounting, management, entrepreneurship and a foreign language (Spanish). In a practical way, learners are exposed to the world of work through the 240-hour Work Experience programme, where they get the opportunity to hone their budding professional skills.

There are 69 credits in the Associate degree programme. This covers the first two years of the Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. On successful completion, the learner is awarded the Associate Degree in Business Administration.

The programme is designed to incorporate the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance and Management, Human Resource, Business Administration, Customer relations and Marketing, and Entrepreneurship. Emphasis is placed on development of team work, critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skill and the ability to communicate effectively.

The programme is designed to produce graduates for career paths and employability skills in the following areas:

Accountancy
Actuary
Advertising
Banking
Economics
Event Management
Entrepreneurship (Small Business)
Finance and Administration
Hospitality
HR Management
Marketing
Public Relations
Purchasing and Procurement
Retailing and Distribution
Transport and Logistics
Travel and Tourism

MATRICULATION REQUIREMENTS

1. The Caribbean Examination Council – CXC

A pass in a subject offer by The Caribbean Examination Council at the CSEC level is defined as follows:

Grades: I and II – up to January 2023

1998 Grades: I, II and III – as at May 1998

2. Foundation concepts in Mathematics I, II and III and Foundation in English Language I and II to be equivalent to CSEC Mathematics and English Language, respectively

3. The University of Cambridge – GCE O’Level

A pass in a subject offer by The Caribbean Examination Council at the CSEC level is defined as follows:

Grades: A, B, C

4. Application Process

1 Passport size photograph

Picture ID (to be copied)

Proof of qualification

Completed application form

Birth certificate

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE IN CRIMINAL JUSTICE (LAW)

Duration: The programme is offered over two (2) years. All students pursuing this programme must cover all courses offered in Year’s one (1) and two (2).

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION

This programme focuses on criminal justice issues in modern societies. Juvenile justice, ethics in criminal justice, strategies of crime control and prevention, violence in communities as well as the influence of race, class, gender and other forms of social inequality on the administration of criminal justice are the focus of the courses. The programme consist of 64 credits in knowledge, competencies and skills required by a modern criminal justice practitioner.

This programme has as its focus the criminal justice system and its relationships with individuals (as victims and/or offenders), professionals (prosecutors, police officers, youth workers), and communities Students will learn about some of the central issues facing the system, why some issues are so controversial, as well as some of the innovative, creative and positive and researching in a meaningful way are just some of the skills attain by the end of the two years.

The multidisciplinary approach in the two years through professionally related electives in a broad range of areas, including social sciences, natural sciences, and business gives flexibility to pursue secondary areas of interest the complement studies in Criminology and enhance career preparation. Attempting to balance the interests of victims, offenders, the public, and politicians makes the field of criminology incredibly dynamic and ever-changing.

MATRICULATION REQUIREMENTS

1. The Caribbean Examination Council – CXC

A pass in a subject offer by The Caribbean Examination Council at the CSEC level is defined as follows:
Grades: I and II – up to January 1998
Grades: I, II and III – as at May 1998

2. Foundation concepts in Mathematics I, II and III and Foundation in English Language I and II to be equivalent to CSEC Mathematics and English Language, respectively

3. The University of Cambridge – GCE O’Level
A pass in a subject offer by The University of Cambridge at the GCE O’Level is as follows:
Grades: A, B, C

4. Secondary School Certificate – SSC
A pass in a subject offer by Ministry of Education at the SSC level is as follows:
Ranges: IV or V

5. Application Process

1 Passport size photograph

Picture ID (to be copied)

Proof of qualification

Completed application form

Birth certificate

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS DEGREE IN SOCIAL WORK

Duration: The programme is offered over two (2) years. All students pursuing this programme must cover all courses offered in Year’s one (1) and two (2).

PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION

This programme is geared towards helping interested persons to develop skills in social work in order to contribute to in community building, families and groups to enhance their individual and collective well-being. It aims to help develop their skills and ability to use available resources and this of the community to resolve problems.

The Associate Degree in Social Work is designed to provide training to persons interested in Social Work to prepare them for work within communities and organizations in order to provide the necessary support needed by Social Workers. The course addresses theories, principles and practices of social work, law and legal regulations as well as human needs and behaviours. The programme is offered in four (4) semesters and two (2) summers full time and part time to incorporated Social Work Practicum, a mandatory aspect of their training. Students pursuing the programme are required to complete all specified credits in the programme, unless otherwise exempted.

The programme is also designed for persons who wish problem solving as well as person who wish to build qualifications towards a professional career in Social Work. At the conclusion of the programme, successful graduates will receive the Associate of Science Degree in Social Work.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Upon successful completion of this programme graduate will be able to:
Understand the history, purpose and mission of the field of social work and its values and its guiding principles.
Apply ethical principles in making decisions and various situations encounter in the helping professions.
Understand the concepts and principles of the person in environment perspective, and human behavior in a social environment.
Apply critical thinking to inform and communicate in a helping relationship.
Demonstrate an ability to ethically engage with diverse individuals, families, groups, communities and organizations, during social field work without indication of biases.
Develop self-awareness and understanding the limitations of one’s expertise.
Demonstrate understanding of the basic knowledge and skills in generalist social work practice.
Use technology in various activities required in the helping profession.
Demonstrate competence in areas of counselling, interviewing, research and data collections.
Communicate orally and in writing.
Display interpersonal skills appropriate for working in Client Services and other Human Services agencies.
Comply with the laws and regulations governing Social Service and Social Service agencies.
Experience social field work with clients, groups and communities.
Understand the concepts and principles of human behavior in a social environment.
Respond to the client in the context of the values and ethics of the Social Work profession.
Apply critical thinking to inform and communicate in a helping relationship.
Identify the system of resources available for social service.
Demonstrate pre-professional problem-solving skills in a helping relationship
Respect diversity and differences in human services.

MATRICULATION REQUIREMENTS

1. The Caribbean Examination Council – CXC

A pass in a subject offer by The Caribbean Examination Council at the CSEC level is defined as follows:
Grades: I and II – up to January 1998
Grades: I, II and III – as at May 1998

2. Foundation concepts in Mathematics I, II and III and Foundation in English Language I and II to be equivalent to CSEC Mathematics and English Language, respectively

3. The University of Cambridge – GCE O’Level
A pass in a subject offer by The University of Cambridge at the GCE O’Level is as follows:
Grades: A, B, C

4. Secondary School Certificate – SSC
A pass in a subject offer by Ministry of Education at the SSC level is as follows:
Ranges: IV or V

5. Application Process

1 Passport size photograph

Picture ID (to be copied)

Proof of qualification

Completed application form

Birth certificate

NETWORK:

YRY has networked with the following institutions: The Ministry of Health; Red Cross of Jamaica; Schools; Inter-School Christian Fellowship; Youth groups within Churches; Christian Brethren Assemblies; The Transport Authority, Rise Life Management; The National Council on Drug Abuse, Nannyville Youth Association, The Council of Voluntary Social Services, Inter-American Development Bank and the DOH Project of the European Union. The importance of networking cannot be overestimated as it is within this realm that youths can be ministered to in a wholistic manner.

TARGET GROUP:

Schools, Churches, youth on the street corners, community youth clubs, correctional facilities for youth, health centres, mercy institutions and organizations involved in youth development locally, regionally and internationally.

FUNDING:

In the past funding for this programme has been made possible through the kind donations of the following agencies:- The Environmental Foundation of Jamaica (EFJ), Scotiabank Foundation of Jamaica, National Commerial  Bank, The Ministry of Health, Grace Kennedy Foundation, The National Housing Trust, The Transport Authority, Digicel Foundation, LIME, Kalpesh Foundation, Fimi Wireless. TransJamaican Highway, ePOH Jamaica Limited, Inter American Development Bank, Jamaica Broilers Group Ltd. The programme continues to receive funding from individuals, other private sector groups, and its parent organization, Swallowfield Chapel, Jamaica National