THE SPECIFIC CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ACADEMIC COMPONENT OF SOCIAL AND VOCATIONAL TRAINING FOR YOUNG PEOPLE PREPARING TO WORK IN THE SOCIAL SECTOR IN A WAR ZONE

Abstract

This article analyzes the specific nature of the academic component of social and professional training for young people preparing to work in the social sector under martial law. It is argued that the transformation of social processes caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and military operations in Ukraine has led to an increased role for social sector professionals and higher demands on their professional training. It is determined that the social and professional training of young people is an important factor in the formation of human capital, the development of social competence, adaptability, and the ability to function effectively in the “person-to-person” system. The aim of this study is to analyze the specific features of the academic component of professional training for young people preparing to work in the social sector under martial law, taking into account the transformation of the content, roles, and functions of professionals working in social services. The essence of the concept of the academic component is revealed as a set of normative educational components aimed at developing the professional knowledge and competencies of future specialists. Using the educational and professional program “Social Work” at Kryvyi Rih State Pedagogical University as an example, an analysis was conducted of the content of the relevant disciplines that prepare students for work in the social sphere. It has been established that the scientificsubject component is comprehensive and interdisciplinary in nature and includes theoretical-methodological, organizationalmanagerial, social-practical, and crisis-psychological modules. It has been demonstrated that such a training structure contributes to preparing young people for professional activity in conditions of heightened social tension, uncertainty, and increasing social risks. Directions for improving training have been outlined, in particular strengthening interdisciplinarity, practical orientation, the development of research competencies, and updating the curriculum in accordance with the challenges of the wartime and post-war periods.