This module aims to consider and join up the various sociological and concepts which impact work with children, families and young people in local communities. These include culture and subculture, faith and politics, power, empowerment and participation. Attention is given to issues of Social Diversity and Inclusion and development of Anti-Oppressive practice. The module begins with an overview of sociological dimensions, professional and theoretical considerations and an examination of historical understanding of communities. Students will be introduced to some research methods to enable them to carry out a community audit. They will be able to develop skills and methods in community action and development that are empowering for communities, children, families and young people and to provide opportunities to put what has been learnt into practice.

A full DBS clearance is required for commencing the module due to the practice requirements relating to work with young people and vulnerable adults.

Oasis College Library with e-portal for remote access
On-line resources via Blackboard through Staffordshire University
On-line access to Staffordshire University Library and books order system
Access to ICT resources at Oasis College

Andrews, D. (2009), Compassionate Community Work, Carlisle: Piquant Editions
Bauman. Z. (2000), Community: Seeking Safety in an Insecure World, Cambridge: Polity Press
Hamilton M. (2001), The Sociology of Religion (2nd edition), Oxford: Routledge
Packham, C. (2008), Active Citizenship and Community Learning, Exeter: Learning Matters
Twelvetrees, A. (2008), Community Work (4th edition), Basingstoke: Palgrave

300 hours, of which 50 will be lectures, tutorials and learning groups, a minimum of 80 fieldwork hours, and the rest directed/independent study. Lectures will involve a range of interactive teaching methods.

Key Information Set Data:
17% scheduled learning and teaching activities
56% guided independent learning
27% placement

FIELDWORK PRACTICE REPORT weighted at 0%. A Professional Practice Report (2,000 words) and a completed Professional Practice Workbook of fieldwork evidence related to specific first level competency areas. (Learning Outcome 5)

A JOURNAL Entry length 1500 WORDS, weighted at 30% (Learning Outcomes: 2, 3 & 4)

ASSIGNMENT length 3500 WORDS, weighted at 70% (Learning Outcomes: 1 & 3)

Keu Information Set Data:
100% coursework