Details for Youth Work in Practice

Quick Info

Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
Course code: SSC344
Credit points: 10
Subject coordinator: Rebecca Loundar

Prerequisites

Nil

Awards offering Youth Work in Practice

This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:

Unit Content

Outcomes

Outline the scope of youth work;
Explain the importance of relationship building both vertically and horizontally;
Make a case for the importance and practicality of research in the Youth sector;
Develop a portfolio of useful methods to inform your future practice.

Subject Content

Various settings of youth work, both church based and secular
Working models for various contexts
Need for relationship building with youth
Collaborating with other agencies
Research in the youth sector

This course may be offered in the following formats

Onsite (face-to-face)
Online (eLearning)
Intensives
Extensives

Please consult your course prospectus or enquire about how and when this course will be offered next at Alphacrucis University College.

Assessment Methods

Work Model Comparison Essay (30%)
Case Study Response Presentation (30%)
Professional e-Portfolio (40%)

Prescribed Text

Batsleer, J. & Davies B. 2012. What Is Youth Work? Nielsen.
Sapin K. 2013. Essential Skills for Youth Practice, London: Sage Publications.

Please consult your instructor prior to purchasing any textbooks.