Preparation for Placement in Community and Youth Work

In advance of commencing an integrated learning model of professional practice placement in Stage 2, this module will prepare students for practice settings and equip them to approach the placement with confidence and a certain level of competence. The module will provide students with a knowledge and understanding of safety issues in the workplace, enable students to demonstrate a set of practical skills relevant to the community and youth work professional and the ability to apply theory in practice using a theory to practice model.

1. Demonstrate a basic knowledge and understanding of safety issues in the workplace including the concept and regulation of safety and good safety practice.

2. Evidence the management of safe people and manual handling task and challenging behaviour techniques

3. Demonstrate the application of learning models to evidence integration of theory and practice..

4. Evidence successful completion of Children First training  

5. Demonstrate an understanding of supporting and working with vulnerable people 

6. Demonstrate practical skills of how to capture applied learning in a personal e-portfolio