Learning through analysis of cases in practice will be a central learning strategy in the module in (40%) This analysis will be augmented through provision of interactive key lectures, problem focused small group work, group discussion, group and individual tutorials (60%)

Independent Learning:
Participants will engage in independent learning activities based around researching evidence and developing their analysis of cases in practice to support classroom contributions and prepare for assessment (70%). As well as theoretical study students may engage in the development of reflective journals illustrating statutory role development, accessing practice supervision and using the Blackboard resources for the module to support their independent learning activity (30%)

Poster Presentation - assesses learning outcomes 1,2,3 and 4

Additional Assessment Details:

Students will present a poster illustrating a case in which they demonstrate their developing statutory role as a specialist social worker with children and young people. The poster will include
- an outline of the case, including a precis of the relevant legal, policy and ethical framework
- a critical rationale for and evaluation of the effectiveness of main decisions taken within the case
- the influence of professional and organisational factors and their impact on the utility of partnership, empowerment and participation models in supporting effective outcomes
- An annotated reference list outlining any key research or other evidence used to support the case
- M students will demonstrate they can present information succinctly. They will present their case within the context of research, societal trends and contemporary practice. Information will be presented in a variety of ways and will include statistical data.

Formative Assessment:
Verbal and written feedback from presenting a case study which illustrates the statutory role of the specialist social worker
Verbal and written feedback on the students poster plan

Include any additional admission requirements other than modules that must have been studied.
The module will be open to Child Care Social Work Practitioners who are enrolled to obtain the BA. /PGD Social Work (Children and Young People, their families and Carers). The module will be available to professionally qualified Social Workers that include, Degree in Social Work, Dip SW, CSS, CQSW or professional qualifications recognised by the GSCC.

Adams R, Dominelli L, Payne M (2002) Critical Practice In Social Work Palgrave ISBN 033392553X
Brammer A (2006) Social Work Law Pearson ISBN 13-978 14058 12054
Parton N, Safeguarding Childhood: Early Intervention and Surveillance in a Late Modern Society
Payne, M (2005) Modern Social Work Theory- Palgrave Macmillan ISBN 13-978 14039 1836-9

The aim of this module is to support and enable Social Workers at the post qualifying level to enhance their skills in researching, critically evaluating and applying law, social policy and emerging legal frameworks within Children and Young Peoples Social Work Services. The module will also enable students to gain greater critical rationale for creative decision making within the legal and ethical framework. Students will be facilitated to critically explore
- the scope and limitations of law and policy as it relates to their own area of practice
- the philosophy and values which link to effective preventative and safeguarding work with children and young people
- the impact of exclusion, oppression and poverty on Children and Young People
- the statutory role of the Specialist Social worker with Children and Young People
- models of participation, partnership and empowerment within the legal framework
As part of the learning on this module, students will present for discussion an analysis of a case from their practice which focuses on their developing statutory role.

Laptop PC with internet access and data projector
OHP and flipchart,
Television and DVD/VCR
Practice teacher/supervisor
Blackboard VLE
Module and personal tutor.