Learning Outcomes (LO):
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On Completion of this module, the learner will be able to
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Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of the different forms of abuse and be able to interpret indicators, causal factors, effects and outcomes of abuse in children, older persons, and adults and children with intellectual and other disabilities
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Critically evaluate relevant protection procedures, guidelines, policies and legislation in relation to children and vulnerable adults (such as adults who are older, or have disabilities or suffer from a mental illness, or are trafficked, or belong to a minority group)
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| Analyse the critical factors relevant to inter-professional and inter-agency work |
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Analyse the phenomenon of domestic violence
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Demonstrate an in-depth understanding of current issues in protection of children and vulnerable adults
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Critically evaluate relevant concepts such as risk, protection, quality and bureaucratization
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Indicative Syllabus:
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The course will focus on the following areas
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Concepts such as risk, vulnerability, protection, control, thresholds, resilience
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Definitions of the different forms of abuse and indicators, causal factors, effects and outcomes of abuse in children. Relevant protection procedures, guidelines, policies and legislation in relation to the protection of children
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Critical discussion of current issues relating to protection of children
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Definitions of the different forms of abuse and interpret indicators, causal factors, effects and outcomes in abuse of vulnerable adults. Relevant protection procedures, guidelines, policies and legislation in relation to vulnerable adults (such as adults who are older, or have disabilities or suffer from a mental illness, or are trafficked, are victims of intimate partner violence or belong to a minority group)
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Critical discussion of current issues in relation to protection of vulnerable adults
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Learning and Teaching Methods:
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A variety of learning approaches will be used. These will include formal presentations, case studies, problem-solving studies, and small group activities. A number of guest speakers from a variety of relevant services will be arranged.
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Total Teaching Contact Hours
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24
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Total Self-Directed Learning Hours
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176
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Module Delivery Duration:
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One semester
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Assessment
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Assessment Type
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Weighting (%)
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LO Assessment (No.)
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Continuous Assessment
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100%
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Essay (3,000 words)
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70%
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Project/ Presentation
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30%
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Module Specific Assessment Arrangements (if applicable)
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Derogations from General Assessment Regulations
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Module Assessment Thresholds
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Special Repeat Assessment Arrangements
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Amended By
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Commencement Date
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