Methods of Youth Work
Quick Info
- Currently offered by Alphacrucis: Yes
- Course code: SSC012
- Credit points: 10
- Subject coordinator: Sharon Clark
Awards offering Methods of Youth Work
This unit is offered as a part of the following awards:
- Diploma of Arts
- Diploma of Business and Diploma of Ministry
- Diploma of Chaplaincy
- Diploma of Chaplaincy and Diploma of Leadership
- Diploma of Chaplaincy and Diploma of Ministry
- Diploma of Entrepreneurship and Diploma of Ministry
- Diploma of Ministry
Unit Content
Outcomes
- Identify and analyse social, historical, economic, legal and political contexts of young people;
- Discuss the role of the Chaplain in working with young people in church-based and other community contexts;
- Acquire the skills necessary to apply the core values and practice frameworks of Chaplaincy youth work;
- 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
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