{"id":4930,"date":"2019-09-05T15:27:45","date_gmt":"2019-09-05T14:27:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/sspssr-news-events\/?p=4930"},"modified":"2021-04-19T12:49:03","modified_gmt":"2021-04-19T11:49:03","slug":"do-you-want-to-study-child-protection-in-a-different-and-more-effective-way","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.kent.ac.uk\/sspssr-news-events\/2019\/09\/05\/do-you-want-to-study-child-protection-in-a-different-and-more-effective-way\/","title":{"rendered":"Do you want to study child protection in a different and more effective way?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here you will find highlights of the International Centre for Child Protection’s MA in advanced child protection
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Look what they are saying about our MA:<\/p>\n

\u201cThe course has improved my understanding of and empathy with the social worker profession \u2026. It has bolstered my theoretical and research knowledge, introduced me to authors \u2013 and people \u2013 who I often quote in my work, and who inform my assessments.\u201d<\/em> Social Care Team Manager<\/p>\n

\u201cThe modules enabled me to reflect on previous \u2018failings\u2019 regarding abuse of children\u2026course tutors were extremely knowledgeable, sharing that knowledge in creative and interactive ways that inspired and motivated me\u201d.<\/em>
\nManaging Director, Voluntary Sector.<\/p>\n

You may be interested to know that our part-time distance-learning online<\/em><\/strong> MA in Advanced Child Protection<\/em><\/strong> is flexible enough to fit around your work commitments and uses innovative and cutting edge techniques and technology:<\/p>\n

* inter-professional simulations * audio and videoed podcast expert lectures, * discussion forums * all essential reading collated and easily accessible.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

The MA starts January 2020 and the final deadline for application is 1st December, but you can apply now. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

We are proud to bring together inter-professional perspectives and focus on skills of direct work with both parents and children. The welfare of the child is paramount, and the MA provides multi-agency practitioners with the knowledge, skills and confidence to take a child-centred approach into their practice. One of the defining features of the MA is the 360\u00b0 perspective on the child protection system, integrating research, practice expertise and theoretical paradigms. Here we have highlighted some of the many reasons to study with us, and a couple of testimonials from those who have completed the MA.<\/p>\n

Here are some snapshots to give you an insight into what you will learn and how:<\/p>\n

Module content:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

* Understanding social research * Definitions, prevalence, causes and consequences of child protection * Contemporary child protection practice and policies * New perspectives on assessment and observation * Support, help and intervention * The unconscious at work. * Tutor support provided as you complete your MA with your chosen child protection dissertation topic.<\/p>\n

Award-winning simulations:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Access to the Centre\u2019s award-winning child protection simulations, and innovative learning tools and student concessions for our simulation training and our annual events. Read more…<\/a><\/p>\n

New International Child Protection Module:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This module critically considers international child protection practice from a child\u2019s rights based perspective. It aims to critique and consider partnership collaboration in working across boarders in the best interest of protecting the rights of children. This module is aimed at anyone working within an international child protection context or for anyone with an interest in learning more about this diverse area of child protection. It is an option for our MA and also available as a standalone module. Read more…<\/a><\/p>\n

Innovative learning tools<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In one of our modules we have used Articulate so you will hear the voice of the child, and the whole family, experience the Roma family’s interaction with child protection services and gain an understanding of of this case study.<\/p>\n

Expert online lectures:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

High quality video lectures from experts\/leading academics. Thought-provoking activities promoting reflective practice and critical thinking. The opportunity to study in a School with a long established tradition of research. Teaching by a range of specialists with national and international reputations. Induction\/Study day podcast recordings of live lectures available to students.<\/p>\n

Discussion forums:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

A valuable part of the course are the discussion forums where you will gain confidence, contribute and learn from your peers, an opportunity to delve deeper into discussions and build professional supportive relationships.<\/p>\n

Essential reading collated:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Online access to academic journal articles, book chapters and e-books. Outstanding teaching, research and support facilities including access to extensive online resources, national and cross national data-bases and books and journals.<\/p>\n

Student Feedback:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Some of our first students recorded their feedback and who best to tell you about their experiences than them? \u00a0 Here is one of their videos…<\/a> Others are on our website select<\/a> ‘what our student say’ tab.<\/p>\n

Apply now:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Read more on our detailed MA webpages<\/a> and email ccp@kent.ac.uk<\/a> with any questions. Or you can apply here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Postgraduate Diploma or Certificate:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

* The MA in Advanced Child Protection is \u00a34500 per year and is 2 years’ duration (note: you can pay in 10 instalments read more…<\/a>).
\n* Postgraduate Certificate in Child Protection \u00a33857
\n* Postgraduate Diploma in Child Protection \u00a37714
\nRead more…<\/a><\/p>\n

Standalone modules:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you want to try a module before committing to the MA you may want to learn about our Standalone Modules which run alongside our MA modules. We also have our Direct Work with Children Standalone Module<\/a> which is\u00a0 not part of our MA. More information on Standalones Modules is on our website<\/a> or email ccp@kent.ac.uk<\/a> with any questions.<\/p>\n

Free MOOC:<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Register now to join our free MOOC with Futurelearn. It starts 1st October and you will discover tools and techniques to engage effectively with vulnerable children and young people. More information is available on our website<\/a> and you can register your interest now.<\/p>\n

Please contact us with any questions and for more details ccp@kent.ac.uk or call 01227 827546 to speak to one of our lecturers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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