The main focus of social work practice with children and families should be on the protection of children at risk from significant harm rather than on the provision of support for children in need and their families.

    Learning Outcome 1 – Critique the range of family and childcare social work settings and roles in Northern Ireland, including child protection, looked after children, family support, fostering and adoption, this will include the statutory duties in social services.

    Learning Outcome 2 – Effectively apply legislation and policy related to social work and serious case reviews.

    Learning Outcome 3- Understand and synthesise the concept of child abuse, including  definitions, signs and indicators, and key research messages in respect of sexual abuse, neglect, emotional abuse and physical abuse.

    Learning Outcome 4 – Apply family and childcare safeguarding practice across practice settings.

    Learning Outcome 5- Adhere to social work ethics and values in line with professional standards