MA Professional Practice with Children & Young People

The Professional Practice with Children & Young People MA at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is a postgraduate programme designed for those working with children and young people. It develops their understanding of professional practice and the interdisciplinary nature of their work settings.Course Content: The course equips students with comprehensive knowledge of the theories and concepts related to children and young people's lives, rights, and lived experiences. It offers a deep understanding of the multiple systems interacting with children and young people including social, legal, health, and education.Key Modules: The key modules include Professional Practice with Children & Young People, Working with Marginalised Communities, Leadership & Management, plus a dissertation module.Accreditations: The course is not specifically accredited but does incorporate professional qualifications in leadership and social care, as well as offering a pathway to doctorate-level study.Future Careers: Graduates can advance in roles within social work, education, health, youth and community work, non-government organisations, charities, and related fields. The developed leadership and management skills may also enable progression to senior roles within their sector.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.