Module Descriptors
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE (INTERMEDIATE) SCHOOL, YOUTH AND COMMUNITY WORK
CYMI50428
Key Facts
Faculty of Arts and Creative Technologies
Level 5
30 credits
Contact
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Hours of Study
Scheduled Learning and Teaching Activities: 60
Independent Study Hours: 240
Total Learning Hours: 300
Assessment
  • PORTFOLIO weighted at 100%
Module Details
Module Resources
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
Module Texts
Ballard, P and Pritchard, J. (2006) Practical Theology in Action. London, SPCK.
Brierley, D. (2003) Joined Up. Carlisle, Authentic.
Ingram, G and Harris, D. (2001) Delivering Good Youth Work. Lyme Regis, Russell House.
Nash, S, Pimlott, J and Nash, P. (2008) Skills for Collaborative Ministry. London, SPCK.

Module Learning Strategies
This module incorporates several inter-related learning strategies. The interactive learning groups will provide lectures 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.
Module Indicative Content
This module will enable the student to develop and demonstrate the competences of a professional and Christian youth and community worker, which may include work with children, families and schools. It will include significant practice hours as a Christian youth worker and the development and demonstration of theological engagement with youth and community work practice. The student's work is supervised and assessed by a Fieldwork Tutor who meets the criteria laid down for JNC qualifying courses.
Module Additional Assessment Details
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