Courses / Module

• Describe the main influences shaping human development;
• Appreciate the interactive nature of genetic inheritance and environment;
• Demonstrate an understanding of the developmental tasks of the period of adolescence;
• Identify the key variables which influence young people in contemporary society;
• Value the importance of mental health and recognize risks to mental health of young people;
• Distinguish the factors which influence student behaviour especially in school contexts;
• Recognize the role of the School Guidance Counsellor and key stakeholders in the lives of adolescents;
• Appreciate the value and the challenges involved in working collaboratively with a variety of agencies / personnel, and especially with parents and colleagues.

• Module Graded (numeric value) or Ungraded (Pass/Not Passed): Graded
• Continuous Assessment detail(s): A 5,000 word ‘take-away’ paper aimed at building bridges between professional practice and theory.

• Pass standard: 40%
• Could the result of this module be capped? No

• Are supplemental/resit registrations permitted? Yes

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