There are no pre-requisites for this module to be added

In this module, you will explore public protection across the lifespan within historical, comparative and global perspectives. You will examine the common principles of different forms of public protection, the socially constructed nature of abuse, and the thresholds for involvement of the State in private and family life. You will have the opportunity to explore discipline-specific approaches to risk management and the tensions that can arise from differing priorities. You will be encouraged to adopt a more complex approach to risk and protection by addressing situations where people may be both vulnerable and present risks to others, and to consider different models for professional responses including the possibility for harm to be caused by professional intervention.

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Critically explore vulnerability and related concepts in the context of the safeguarding and public
protection agenda.

LO2: Critically evaluate the extent to which legislation, policy, the codes of practice for social service workers and employers, and different professional practices contribute to reducing risk and improving outcomes for children and adults who are vulnerable.

LO3: Critically examine safeguarding and public protection in social work within historical and comparative perspectives including international contexts.