The National Youth Agency (NYA) has committed £30,000 to exploring the feasibility of the voluntary register. This will involve discussions with other bodies such as the Confederation of Heads of Young People's Services, the Association of Directors of Children's Services and the Local Government Association.
The agency wants to gauge professional youth workers' level of support for the scheme, while also researching existing registration models to inform its development. It is expected to pilot its own scheme in the spring.
NYA chief executive Fiona Blacke said the register will provide the opportunity to talk about a code of conduct for professionals, and ensure that employers invest in training and professional development.
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