Skip to main content

About Study Course

Credit points / ECTS:4 / 6
Course supervisor:Daniel Markovič
Study type:Full time
Course level:Master's
Language:English

Learning outcomes

Knowledge

Will be able to understand, critically analyse and evaluate contribution of different theories of social sciences and humanities as well as indigenous knowledge to micro-macro practice and research of social work with children and youth; analyse and critically evaluate policy decisions regarding their impact on young people across all sectors, notably employment, education, health and social inclusion.

Skills

Will be able to investigate and analyse social needs and problems of children, youth and their families and provide directions to policies and actions that help to make remedial goals identifiable and achievable; analyse, synthesize and critically evaluate research findings; apply research results in changing and uncertain situations; ensure the well-being of children and youths through evidence-based practices.

Competence

Will be able to systematically assess diverse needs of children and youth, and actively engage children and youths in addressing their needs; apply empowering social work intervention methods; advocate for resources and system reforms that will improve services for children and youths; incorporate and use new IC technology appropriately and effectively in multiple areas providing services to children and youth; educate children and youth risk management using ICT.

Study course planning

Planning period:Year 2024, Autumn semester
Study programmeStudy semesterProgram levelStudy course categoryLecturersSchedule
Social Work with Children and Youth, SDBM3Master’sRequired