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Working with Children, Young people and Families

University Centre South Devon – South Devon College

UCAS Code: CYPC | Foundation Degree in Arts - FdA

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48

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Course option

2years

Full-time | 2024

Subject

Education studies

This programme is aimed at those wishing to work in a social care context with children, young people and their families, to achieve positive and sustainable change in their lives.

As part of the course you will become skilled in recognising and assessing the complex needs of children, young people and families often present and be able to support with any specific interventions or referrals. The need for respectful curiosity that challenges and supports children, young people and families to achieve their potential and stay safe, will become evident through your studies.

During the programme you will develop an understanding of the importance of early intervention and safeguarding work, allowing you to manage risk across the spectrum need for children, young people and families.

Modules

Each module is worth a specified number of credits, enabling you to cover key subject knowledge while developing your own interests. For full time students a total of 120 credits will be studied in each academic year. In the majority of cases this will consist of 6 modules. For part time students it will depend on the intensity of your studies.

Year One:

Professional Practice - 20 credits
Safeguarding Children and Young People - 20 credits
Multi-agency Working - 20 credits
Equality, Rights, Diversity and Cultural Differences - 20 credits
Lifespan Development - 20 credits
Assessment and Intervention - 20 credits

Year Two:

Research Methods - 20 credits
Professional Investigation - 20 credits
Social Pedagogy - 20 credits
Social Policy and Practice - 20 credits
Supporting Social and Emotional Wellbeing - 20 credits
Professional and Personal Development - 20 credits

Assessment methods

There are two formal or summative assessed pieces of work for each module. Assessment methods include a range of coursework assessments such as essays, reports, portfolios, performance, presentations and projects. The grades from formal assessments count towards your module mark. In addition to formal assessments throughout modules of study there will be developmental (formative) assessments to support you with developing greater understanding of your progress.

The balance of assessment by coursework and practical varies between modules. The approximate percentage of the course assessed by coursework is as follows:

Year 1: 92% coursework, 8% practical

Year 2: 92% coursework, 8% practical

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

England
£8,825
per year
Northern Ireland
£8,825
per year
Scotland
£8,825
per year
Wales
£8,825
per year

The Uni


Course location:

UCSD

Department:

Education

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