Children and Young People Top-Up BA (Hons)

Level 6 Modules:

Research Methods 

This module aims to promote knowledge, understanding and application of research methods applicable to, and appropriate for research to be undertaken within, the Children and Young People's Workforce. This module supports students to gain the skills and knowledge they require to successfully complete their dissertation.

Dissertation 

The aim of this module runs across the academic year and is to enable students to develop a research proposal which will plan and implement an in depth study of a problem, issue or area of interest within the Children and Young People's Workforce.

Global Child 

This module aims to critically compare international perspectives of children, young people and childhood. It will also critically explore the impact of Globalisation on children and young people and associated implications for practice will be critically analysed.

Youth Crime and Justice 

This module critically explores youth justice law, policy and practice. In particular how crime and justice are defined in relation to young people and how professionals work with young people in the criminal justice system.

Critical Issues in Professional Practice 

This module provides the opportunity for students to focus on their chosen profession within the children and young people's workforce. The aim is to prepare students for a smooth transition to employment by both reflecting on the role of the professional and examination of knowledge of relevant legislation, practice, procedures; reflective practice and examining their chosen career pathway.

Essential 240 Credits at Level 5. FdA or equivalent.

Part time students will be expected to be in current and relevant work or voluntary work with at least one year practical experience working with children and young people, their families and in the community.

DBS clearance will need to be achieved before any research placement can begin. It is expected that PT students will already have a DBS but this will be checked as part of the enrolment process. The DBS will be paid for by the applicant.

Foundation Degree or Similar.

Award

BA (Hons) Children and Young People Top-up validated by Sheffield Hallam University.

Course Regulations

This course gives graduates the skills and knowledge to embark on their journey in careers across a wide range of roles in the children and young people's sector, including:

Education
Learning Mentors
Teaching Assistant
Behaviour Support worker
Inclusion Worker
Forest School Practitioner

Health
Health Care Support Worker
Community Children's Healthcare Worker

Social care
Prevention and Early Intervention Worker
Family Support Worker
Residential Support Worker

Early years
Early Years Practitioner
Nursery Manager
Play Worker
Youth Worker
Probation Worker

Please note some of these career paths require further specialist training.

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