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SW326: Child Welfare : Law and Policy
| Module Title | Child Welfare : Law and Policy |
|---|---|
| Module Code | SW326 |
| Module Tutor | Andrea Collins |
| School | Institute of Education and Public Services |
| CAT Points | 15 |
| Level of Study | 6 |
| Pre-requisites | None |
| Co-requisites | None |
| Restrictions | None |
| Brief Description | The module will enable students to develop a sound grasp of child care law and policy including the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and be able to apply the law to uphold the rights of children and young people. Students will explore the legal framework in the context of a critical exploration of the development of service provision in child welfare, and current policy models, including the ‘5 Outcomes’ for children set out in Every Child Matters, The module will have a clear framework of anti-discriminatory practice and collaborative working across the child care sector, including partnership with children and parents/carers. |
| Indicative Syllabus | This module provides an introduction to, and overview of, recent child welfare policy and practice and considers their impact on the developing child. The module will explore policy and practice changes including the introduction and impact of the 1989 Children Act along with Every Child Matters and the Children Act 2004. Within the context of an understanding of child welfare policy, students will explore the legal framework for child care practice including: principles of child care law; the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child; children in need; child protection; the looked after child and leaving care; youth offending and children with special needs. Students will explore the usage of the legal and policy framework to uphold the rights of children and young people and to develop interventions that promote optimal outcomes for children and young people. The principles of collaborative and partnership working in the context of developing Children’s Trusts will be explored in depth. |
| Learning Outcomes | i) Knowledge and Understanding
By the end of the module students should be able to:
a) critically review the development of child welfare policy and practice in the UK and contrast with European models
b) analyse and critique current UK child welfare policy
c) critically review the legal framework for intervention in child welfare
d) demonstrate a critical awareness of the importance of partnership, collaborative practice and the advocacy of children’s rights
ii. Skills There will be an emphasis on the development of skills in: applying the legal and policy framework to child care practice creative usage of legal and policy frameworks to development interventions aimed at optimal outcomes for children advocating for children partnership and collaborative practice |
| Learning and Teaching Activities | Staff/student contact circa 20% (to include visiting speakers, experiential learning, lectures, video, group work) Student independent study circa 80% (to include reading and assignment preparation, personal research and group work) |
| Assessment (For further details see the Module Guide) | 001: 50% Coursework: Standard: 2000 words or equivalent 002: 50% Examination: In-class: Open Book: 1.50 hours |
| Special Assessment Requirements | None |
| Indicative Resources | The Library Catalogue contains full details of the current reading list for this module. Further details may also be found in the Module Guide. |
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