STUDY

Engaging in personal and professional development with reflective practice enhances ability to adapt strategies to diverse situations, fostering a deeper understanding of individualised support. Integrating reflective practice allows for continuous improvement, refining approaches based on real-world experiences. 

It is important that all practitioners recognise their professional roles, and responsibilities in protecting vulnerable people. This module adopts a multi-disciplinary and inter-agency perspective in relationship to the welfare and safeguarding of children and adults.

This module offers a comprehensive exploration of inclusive provision for individuals with additional needs across the lifespan, encompassing children, young people, and adults. Students are encouraged to share effective approaches from their diverse settings. 

This module critically examines psychological and sociological perspectives of inclusive practices within the context of social care and education services across the lifespan. Students will delve into the meanings of 'Learning' and 'Education,' exploring diverse learning environments through the lifespan and the evolving concepts of inclusion and exclusion. 

This module explores the dynamic interplay between vulnerable groups and media representation in diverse social contexts. Focusing on equality, participation, and inclusion, it encourages students to develop their own viewpoints while navigating differing sociological perspectives.

This module delves into the exploration of neurodiversity, Students explore the neurological variations present in individuals, such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other cognitive differences. aiming to understand its implications for inclusive learning and professional practices through the lifespan. The module explores the intricate relationship between neurodiversity, vulnerable groups, and media representation in diverse social contexts and how this has shaped inclusive practices locally and internationally so far. 

This module is designed to enable students to develop their communication skills and evaluate the effectiveness of these skills within their own practice. Students will develop their understanding of the role of effective communication including non-verbal interpersonal skills. Advocacy and negotiation skills will be explored and related to the students’ practice roles The effectiveness and usefulness of advocacy groups and the facilitation of self-advocacy will also be investigated.

Students will explore various coaching models, theories, and techniques to develop a comprehensive understanding of the coaching process. This includes learning about goal setting, active listening, questioning techniques, and providing constructive feedback to support individuals in achieving their objectives.

This module is designed to reflect the recent history of changes to working practices within public sector organisations including the wider non-statutory and education workforce, as well as enabling students’ to understand their roles in relation to those from other agencies such as Health, Mental Health, Social Services, Youth, Offending Service etc, and those from the voluntary sector who may also be involved in working with and supporting the children, young people and adults who use their service. 

The module begins by laying the theoretical groundwork, delving into foundational sociological theories such as functionalism, conflict theory, symbolic interactionism, and feminist theory. Through these lenses, students gain insight into the societal structures, power dynamics, symbolic meanings, and gendered dimensions that shape ethical decision-making in the public sector.

This module will enable students to develop a critical understanding of  formal methods of enquiry, select, and justify appropriate methods of investigation. It is intended to introduce students to both the theoretical and applied aspects of research.

A module on leadership and project management offers a multifaceted approach to skill development, encompassing various factors crucial for professional success. Students gain comprehensive knowledge and understanding of motivation theories. They explore key aspects of team working, learn to navigate complex dynamics and develop assertiveness in their leadership approach.