Children, Young People and Families

The Foundation Degree in Children, Young People and Families is validated by Lancaster University and is aimed specifically at individuals who wish to work in a variety of settings with children, young people and/ or families. The FdA intends to develop your knowledge of the theoretical principles which underpin child development, youth work and family studies in a variety of contexts. You will examine a range of subjects such as safeguarding, risk and resilience, services and interventions, and managing teams. Such knowledge will provide you with the opportunity to develop holistically as a practitioner and to explore the range of settings and services which benefit from understanding such a wide ranging yet comprehensive subject.

Modules at level 4
Module Title Code Credits Optional?
Introduction to Academic Study SM4MD167 20 No
Constructions of Childhood Youth and Families SM4MD168 20 No
Creativitiy and Adaptation SM4MD169 20 No
Services and Interventions SM4MD170 20 No
Safeguarding SM4MD171 20 No
Risk and Resilience SM4MD172 20 No
Modules at level 5
Module Title Code Credits Optional?
Work Based Learning SM5MD226 20 No
Policy and Legislation SM5MD227 20 No
Statutory Childrens Services SM5MD228 20 No
Inclusive Familiy Practices SM5MD229 20 No
Practitioner Skill Development SM5MD230 20 No
Leading and Managing Teams SM5MD231 20 No

Assessment Method Level 4 Level 5
Coursework 69% 82%
Exam 0% 0%
Practical 31% 18%