Details for SSC012 Methods of Youth Work

Through this dynamic unit, students are prepared to effectively engage with young people across various social, historical, economic, legal, and political contexts. This subject teaches essential skills for chaplaincy within both church-based and community settings, emphasising relationship building, collaboration with other agencies, and comprehensive youth service provision.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: SSC012
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

40 credit points – including MIN013

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Identify and analyse social, historical, economic, legal and political contexts of young people;
2. Discuss the role of the Chaplain in working with young people in church-based and other community contexts;
3. Acquire the skills necessary to apply the core values and practice frameworks of Chaplaincy youth work;
4. Report on the impact of personal and professional values in determining the appropriate approach to working with young people.

Subject Content

• Various settings of youth work, both Church based and community settings
• Youth work models for various contexts
• Principles for relationship building with young people
• Collaborating with other agencies
• Research in the youth sector
• Youth work service provision, including case management, assessment and referrals

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Face to face (onsite)
• eLearning (online)
• Intensives

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

Assessment Methods

• Case Studies (30%)
• Professional Portfolio (40%)
• Presentation (30%)

Prescribed Text

• Sapin, K. Essential Skills for Youth Practice. London: Sage Publications, 2013.

Please consult your instructor before purchasing any texts