Working with Children, Young People and Families (Hons) Leeds Beckett University

Overview

As part of this Working with Children, Young People and Families (Hons) programme from Leeds Beckett University , you'll: 

• Develop the skills and knowledge to support and safeguard vulnerable children and young people

• Mix academic study with work related learning to gain practical skills and experience to support you in accessing a rewarding career

• Hone your communication and therapeutic skills in a safe, controlled environment and reflect on your learning

• Equip yourself with a broad knowledge of topics ranging from child development to domestic violence and serious case reviews

• Learn about the different policies and frameworks underpinning practice in children, young people and family contexts, including child in need, family support and safeguarding

• Dive into psychological, sociological and trauma informed theories and approaches

• Study current and relevant issues that frequently make headline news, such as child poverty, mental health and intimate partner violence

Career opportunities:

Equipped with a sound knowledge of current youth and family policies and working environments, you'll graduate with a huge variety of careers to look forward to. You'll be primed to pursue job opportunities in a broad sphere of settings, including local authorities, third sector agencies, schools, social care and support providers, the NHS and the police service. You could excel in roles such as:

• Family liaison worker

• Learning mentor

• Youth offending worker 

• Housing practitioner

• Family support worker