Kemshall, H. (2002) Risk, Social Policy and Welfare, Buckingham, Open University Press. ISBN 0335204104
Kingston, P. (2004) Adult Protection in Perspective, Buckingham, Open University Press. ISBN 0335206808
Titterton, M. (2004) Risk and Risk Taking in Health and Social Welfare, London, Jessica Kingsley ISBN 9781853024825

The learning in this module will take place through structured study days which involve directed and self directed study, independent learning and experiential learning in the work place.
Teacher/Student Contact Hours

Interactive key lectures (40%), small group work and seminars (40%)
Directed independent study using online resources including `Values exchange? 10%
Individual tutorial support which will include reflective discussion of actual case work 10%

Independent learning
Independent learning time will be utilised to firstly undertake directed reading to gain the breadth and depth of knowledge gain maximum benefit from participation in lectures and seminars and from experiential learning in practice (40%), In addition to the exploration of related literature, independent learning time will be spent in preparation for the module assessment, including the development of their reflective diary in practice (40%). Practitioners can independently access resources and support for their learning using Blackboard Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) (10%).

Written Analysis of Practice 100% 3000 words Learning Outcomes: 1,2, 3, 4,

Additional Assessment Details:
An analysis of an incident drawn from a reflective journal in which effective risk assessment and management was central to achieving safeguarding and preventative outcomes for a vulnerable adult. The analysis should include:

A brief outline of the context
An analysis of the factors influencing the incident and the impact on the practitioner at the time of the event.
A critique of the actions taken, considering aspects such as the risk assessment model utilised and the effectiveness of risk management
A critical evidence based discussion of problem solutions, identifying how exploration of theoretical perspectives has created original or creative ideas for improvement
A critical reflection on issues of accountability, responsibility and written and verbal communication raised by the issue, identifying any transformed perspectives that have occurred as a result from analysing the situation.

Students may draw on excerpts from their reflective diary or other feedback to illustrate the analysis where relevant.

Formative Assessment:
Verbal feedback and action planning in small group work.
Written feedback on essay plan or portion of essay text.

Formative assessment; group work and feedback from practice based facilitator.

This module provides the opportunity for students from a range of professional backgrounds to engage in the exploration of the underpinning theory, legislation, other evidence and values that supports and influences practice in the protection of vulnerable adults.
It will include an exploration of:
the extent of the problem of adult abuse in the uk.
theories and research which attempt to provide an explanation of the causes of adult abuse.
the social construction of the concept of vulnerability.
legislation and policies aligned to the problem of adult abuse, namely Mental Capacity Act,' Declaratory relief',' Bourne wood Gap' and' No Secrets'.
local implementation of these acts and the consequences of this for service users and carers the rights of adults and a consideration of the associated ethical issues.
the extent to which this legislation and policies protect vulnerable adults.
theories of risk assessment and risk management in relation to working with vulnerable adults.
the critical application of these theories in practice.
working with survivors of adult abuse.
the application and critical evaluation of sophisticated risk management models to their social work practice in order to achieve outcomes

Students need to be in a setting where they are currently working with vulnerable adults and adult protection and have access to a practice based mentor / supervisor.

Practice based mentor/supervisor providing practice based learning sessions in the workplace.
PowerPoint projector and computer
TV and VCR
Access to values exchange and computer lab facilities
Online data bases library resources
Electronic journals