Child Centred Practice

Course aim

To further develop students' ability to critically analyse and apply contemporary child development theories through applying child centred practice methods of engagement with children, young people and their families in a range of human service contexts.

Course content

Students will apply theoretical perspectives while further developing skills in child focused, child inclusive techniques and approaches to direct practice with children, adolescents, and families. Learning includes culturally-sensitive and ethical practice with Indigenous and migrant families. Students will develop the knowledge to define age and development appropriate interventions. The course includes a combination of theoretical approaches to child centred practice with a range of the practice skills needed for work with children and families who have endured adverse life events.

Textbook(s)

Nil

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
WELF 3011	Social Work Field Education 1
WELF 1020	Child Development

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAGILL
Lecture	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks
EXTERNAL, MAGILL, ONLINE
Workshop (compulsory, on campus)	7 hours x 2 days
Online (Tutorial)	2 hours x 10 weeks
INTERNAL, MT GAMBIER
Lecture	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks
INTERNAL, WHYALLA
Lecture	1 hour x 10 weeks
Tutorial	2 hours x 10 weeks

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Case study, Reflection, Skills demonstration

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 4S)
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Fee-paying program for domestic and international students
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.