A PRESENTATION related to an aspect of professional practice, weighted at 30%. (Learning Outcomes 3 & 4)

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 REPORT on project management, length 3500 WORDS weighted at 70%. (Learning Outcomes 1,2 & 3)

Key Information Set Data:
100% coursework

This module aims to provide a theoretical framework and develop a range of practical skills appropriate to third sector / community project management. Areas given specific consideration include project management, people management, training and supervision, financial planning and reporting, participation in the management of the organisation, management in the context of multi-professional and multi-agency settings, personnel issues and basic knowledge of employment law, awareness of external inspection regimes, support and supervision of staff and volunteers. Consideration is given to the purposes and practices relevant to the recruitment, selection and induction of paid and voluntary staff.
Students are encouraged to develop professional competence and experience in the supervision, training and staff development of volunteer and paid staff. The theory and practice of team work and team management is considered.

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

Adirondack. S. (2006), Just About Managing? (4th edition), London: London Voluntary Services Council
Brotherton, G., Davies, H. & McGillivray, G. (2010), Working with Children, Young People and Families, London: Sage
Harrison, R & Benjamin, C. et al. (2007), Leading Work with Young People, London: Sage
Hawkins, P. & Shohet, R. (2007), Supervision in the Helping Professions, Milton Keynes: Open University Press
Herman, M. (2012) ,Reflective Practice Meets Youth Work Supervision, Youth & Policy [Online] 109 (September 2012), p118-128
Hoggarth, L., Merton, B., Payne, M. & Tyler, M. (2009), Managing Modern Youth Work, Exeter: Learning Matters
Hudson, M. (2009), Managing Without Profit (3rd edition), London: Directory of Social Change
Hughes, L. & Pengelly, P. (1997), Staff Supervision in a Turbulent Environment, London: Jessica Kingsley
Sapin, K. (2009), Essential Skills for Youth Work Practice, London: Sage

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

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