100% Coursework: Practice Portfolio consisting of 12 reflective journals, 6 directed tasks, 6 observations and self, peer and tutor evaluations.

Assess Learning Outcomes 1-7

The module will provide the opportunity to develop and demonstrate knowledge, skills, attitudes and theological reflection within the six competences designated by the course as required of a Children & Family Worker. These are:
1. Professional Formation
2. Building Purposeful Relationships
3. Learners and Learning
4. Management, Administration and Developing Service Provision
5. Participation and Community
6. Ministerial Formation

This module incorporates several inter-related learning strategies. The professional formation groups will provide workshops and seminars involving a combination of group activities, student led work, simulations, skills practice, discussion etc. The independent study provides opportunity for reading, library based and online research. The remote learning in the professional practice work place will help develop professional skills.

Hill, M. ed (1999) Effective Ways of Working with Children and their Families. London, Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Shulman, L (2009) The skills of helping individuals, families, groups and communities. Belmont, CA: Brooks Cole
Mile, G. & Wright, J.J (2003) Celebrating Children. Carlisle: Paternoster Press

Interactive whiteboard and data projectors
On-site library and internet access to Staffordshire University Library
Access to internet connected PCs
Appropriately equipped and accessible lecture rooms
Practice based: appropriately equipped office/study space, admin support, meeting rooms, art/craft resources, volunteer helpers