This module will enable the student to develop and demonstrate the competences of a professional Christian Children and Family Worker, which may include work with schools and communities. It will include significant practice hours and the development and demonstration of theological engagement with children and family work practice. The student's work is supervised and assessed by a Professional Practice Tutor and supported through Professional Development Groups.

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.

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 team

Ballard, P and Pritchard, J. (2006) Practical Theology in Action. London, SPCK.
Nash, S, Pimlott, J and Nash, P. (2008) Skills for Collaborative Ministry. London, SPCK.
Thompson, N. (2002) People Skills. Basingstoke, Palgrave Macmillan.

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

Assess Learning Outcomes 1-8