| Unit name | Family Support |
|---|---|
| Unit code | SOWK20002 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 2 (weeks 13 - 24) |
| Unit director | Dr. Turney |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
None |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | School for Policy Studies |
| Faculty | Faculty of Social Sciences and Law |
This unit is concerned with helping students become aware of the role of parents and families in child development and the ways in which their potential contributions can be maximised. It includes the issue of child abuse and also studies of children in varied social circumstances and different settings. The legal basis for family support provided by the Children Act (1989) will be examined.
