Browse Hierarchy ECS7004: Working with Children, Young People and their Families

This unit of study focuses on the role of those working in services for children and their families. It builds upon the discussion of the quality of children's lives considered in Children in Families and Communities. Course participants will be examining the rationale for the development of policy and practice aimed at the improvement of the quality of children's lives and exploring the ways in which such practices position children and families. The evidence for a range of interventions is examined and features of effective practice identified. A fundamental concern in this area of work is the difficulties of ensuring effective communication between those working with children and their families and the nature and complexity of this communication. Both the organisational issues and the skills for practitioners will be a focus for study.