This unit focuses on developing ethical approaches to all aspects of youth work in Australia and internationally. From an initial examination of the personal values and beliefs that shape individual practice, students are encouraged to analyse, evaluate and develop a framework for professional youth work practice. Knowledge of Human Rights and applying the YACVic Code of ethics to practice will enable students to integrate and embed an ethical approach to their work. This unit will also include the principles of youth work practice, aspects of professional conduct, and communication standards.

Unit details

Location:
Footscray Park
Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
AEB2802

Prerequisites

Students enrolled in ABYW must complete all First Year core units.

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:
  1. Critically review the role of personal values and ethics within youth work practice respecting and valuing diversity;  
  2. Develop strategies to maintain professional relationships with clients and other workers,  
  3. Analyse the national and international development of ethics in youth work; and  
  4. Integrate appropriate ethical practice in a range of situations and scenarios in both local and global communities applying professional code of ethics.  

Assessment

Assessment type Description Grade
Test A quiz to test knowledge of YACVic Code of Ethical Practice 20%
Presentation Facilitate class discussions to analyse ethical dilemmas. 30%
Essay Submit written report outlining the Code of Ethical Practice for Youth Workers in Victoria, its purpose, and relevance to current youth work practice. 50%
Total effective word limit 3000 words.

Required reading

Further links to recommended readings for this unit will be provided to students via the Learning Management System (VU Collaborate)

Essential Skills for Youth Work Practice
Sapin, K (2013),
London: Sage Publications

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This unit is studied as part of the following courses. Refer to the course page for information on how to apply for the course.

You can choose to study this unit as part of the following courses. Refer to the course page for information on how to structure your course to include this unit.

Course Study as part of
Bachelor of Community Development Student Welfare - Discipline Minor
Bachelor of Physical Education and Sport Science Student Welfare - Discipline Minor
Bachelor of Education Studies Student Welfare (Ed Studies) - Major
Bachelor of Education (P-12) Student Welfare (Education Minor) - Discipline Minor
Bachelor of Education Studies Student Welfare (Education Minor) - Discipline Minor
Bachelor of Education (P-12) Student Welfare (Education) - Major

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