Valid CRB clearance certificate

This module is designed to enable students to critically evaluate the relationship between child development and spirituality. It will explore key development theories e.g. psychosocial, attachment, ecological, faith and spiritual and how understanding these enable holistic approaches to working with children to be developed. Students will develop an understanding around the child and theology, applying this understanding to practice.

4,000 words
Learning Outcomes 1- 5 100%

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.

Beckett, C & Taylor, H (2010) Human Growth and Development, 2nd Ed. London: Sage.
Daniel,B, Wassell,S and Gilligan,R (2010) Child Development for Childcare and Protection Workers, 2nd Ed. London: Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
Hay, D and Nye, R (2006) The Spirit of the Child, revised Ed. Jessica Kingsley Publishers.
Lamont,R (2007) Understanding Children, Understanding God. SPCK.
Nye,R (2009) Children's Spirituality: What is it and why does it matter? Church House Publishing.
Richards,A (2009) Though the Eyes of a Child: New Insights in Theology from a Child's Perspective. Church House Publishing.
Withers, M (2010) Mission Shaped Children: Moving towards a Child Centred Church. Church House Publishing.
White,K (2008) The Growth of Love. Barnabas

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