Details for SSC539 Working with Children and Young People

The knowlegde and expertise gained in this subject is invaluable for those seeking to specialise in working with children and young people. It will equip students with a comprehensive understanding of the theoretical approaches and practical skills necessary for effective evidence based responses to issue unique to children and adolescents. Students will explore social, cultural, familial, and ethical factors crucial to understanding the needs of children and adolescents, and will be euipped to address those specific challenges with an holistic approach.

Quick Stats

• Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
• Course code: SSC539
• Credit points: 10

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Prerequisite

Pre-req SSC521

Unit Content

Outcomes

1. Develop an understanding of theories and theoretical approaches to working with children and adolescents;
2. Develop a professional and holistic approach to working with children and adolescents, with consideration given to social, cultural, familial and ethical factors;
3. Critically analyse the effectiveness of different therapeutic approaches and interventions currently used in working with children and adolescents;
4. Develop an understanding of specific issues relevant to working with children and adolescents, and appropriate evidence-based responses.

Subject Content

• Introduction to theories of child and adolescent development including attachment theory
• The lifespan development of children and young people
• Transition and promoting change
• Methods of counselling & support for children, young people and families, including common presentations
• Specific issues for children and young people, such as mental health, grief and loss and trauma
• Professional and legal considerations
• Assessment, case conceptualisation, treatment planning and referrals
• Responding to specific issues, e.g. Trauma, bullying, behavioural problems, anxiety, risk assessments, study stress
• Methods and application of interventions for working with children and young people, e.g., psychoeducational programs
• Working in different settings, such as schools and education, or community contexts
• Wellbeing & self care
• Role Plays & Examples of Activities for Group & Individual Work
• Resources: Use of Technology & Apps
• Professional considerations and relationships with other health and educational professionals
• Legal considerations       

This course may be offered in the following formats

• Onsite (face-to-face)
• Online (e-Learning)
• Intensives

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

Assessment Methods

• Research Paper and Case Study Report (50%)
• Interview Reflection (25%)
• Oral Presentation (25%)

Prescribed Text

• Kirkbride, R. (2018) Counselling Children and Young People in Private Practice: A Practical Guide (1st ed.; e-book). London, Routledge.

Students will also choose one of the following:

• Geldard, K., Geldard, D., & Foo, R.Y. (2018). Counselling children: A practical introduction (5th ed.). London: Sage Publications.
• Geldard, K., Geldard, D., & Foo, R.Y. (2016). Counselling adolescents: The proactive approach for young people (4th ed.). London; Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage Publications.

Please consult your instructor prior to purchasing any texts