The Youth Worker Register, created by NYA, is a new database for professionally qualified youth workers.
It is free to join and is a place where you can keep a record of your ongoing learning and continuous professional development.
About the Youth Worker Register
The Youth Worker Register, created by NYA, is a new database for professionally qualified youth workers. It is free to join and is a place where you can keep a record of your ongoing learning and continuous professional development.
The Youth Worker Register is currently open to youth workers who have completed a qualifying programme of study or students. You can check the Historic List to see if your qualification is endorsed by the NYA as conferring professional youth worker status recognised by the JNC.
The Youth Worker Register will soon be open to qualified Youth Support Workers. Keep an eye on the NYA’s socials for the announcement.
What are the benefits to joining the Youth Worker Register?
- Joining the Youth Worker Register demonstrates your commitment to high quality practice and provides you with a layer of credibility
- It provides a useful reference point for prospective employers
- You’re helping to build recognition among allied sectors of the professional skills and competencies of youth workers
Plus, through the Youth Work One platform, you can connect to other youth workers on the forums and see a range of events and training opportunities.
What do I need to join the Youth Worker Register?
You will need an image of your degree certificate and details of when and where you studied to gain your JNC recognition. If you are a student, your offer letter can be accepted. Check our list of recognised historic and current courses here.
You will need proof of having completed a DBS check. If you are on the Update Service you can enter your certificate number, if not, you will need to upload an image of the DBS certificate (issued within the last three years).
You will also need to name two referees (and provide their contact email address) who can approve your application.
Anything else?
To keep your membership active each year you will need to record two pieces of learning and continuous professional development.
Ready to join the Youth Worker Register?
Head over to Youth Work One, create an account and select the Youth Worker Register icon to start your application.
Got a question?
For anything else, please contact our team at youthworkerregister@nya.org.uk.
