This tutor led short course offers a unique introduction to the concept of Social Pedagogy within the context of working with and caring for children and young people. By considering the child in a holistic manner, you will gain insight and learn new ideas for working creatively with challenging and difficult behaviour and in caring for children experiencing difficulties in their lives.
Social pedagogy is a well-established and popular discipline in mainland Europe, which is now seeing increasing levels of interest and is gradually being adopted throughout the UK within childcare settings. By studying this course, you will enhance your knowledge in relation to this specific, contemporary approach to caring for and educating children and young people.
Gain a Certificate and digital badges to recognise your CPD achievement
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be awarded with a Certificate of Completion from the University of Derby to recognise your achievement and your commitment to continuing professional development (CPD); allowing you to provide evidence to a professional body or to your employer or simply for inclusion in your personal development portfolio.
Why should I study this course?
During this short course, you will gain valuable insight and understanding of social pedagogical approaches which you can then use when working with and caring for children and young people. You will learn about tools and techniques that can help children and young people, especially those experiencing difficulties in their lives, to feel nurtured and cared for.
Social Pedagogy is increasingly being seen as a valued and effective discipline in the profession of caring of children, with the UK beginning to follow the lead of parts of Europe in adopting this approach. As its benefits become more widely understood, learning about social pedagogy will enable you to apply this new and innovative approach to your work, be that in an educational or social care setting.
During the social pedagogy course, you can expect to:
- Develop an understanding of social pedagogy in social care and education settings, gaining professional knowledge about legislation, policy, guidance and theory whilst considering different social pedagogical models and frameworks.
- Gain valuable insight, knowledge and skills to apply social pedagogical approaches to practice situations by exploring ways in which social pedagogical approaches can be applied when working with children and young people and reflecting upon new ideas for working in this environment.
A flexible course that fits in with working and family life
This is a tutor led course ran at set times throughout the year and delivered 100% online, allowing you to manage your studies around work and family commitments. The course involves active group participation through online discussions and exercises along with self-reflection activities to assess subject understanding. Our online short courses are designed to be intellectually stimulating, thought provoking and rewarding. Learning materials are varied and engaging, and you will be able to share sector experiences and best practice with fellow students who are working professionals from around the world.
