University of St Andrews

Key information

SCOTCAT credits : 15

ECTS credits : 7

Level : SCQF level 11

Semester: Full Year

Availability restrictions: Must be employed full or part-time in health, social or voluntary sector services to people with intellectual disabilities.

Planned timetable: 150 notional hours of learning time (delivered by online distance learning).

The module investigates the history of and settings for victimisation and abuse of vulnerable individuals, in the context of adult support and protection. Students are asked analyse their own service setting with respect to arrangements that minimise the possibility of victimisation and abuse and develop strategies to deal with suspected or identified incidents of abuse. A number of illustrative case studies are explored. There is also an investigation of the knowledge and skills needed to respond to the needs of those who have been abused in a constructive manner.

Learning and teaching methods and delivery

Weekly contact: 1 introductory seminar - Online teaching and learning materials supplied for distance learning, supported by online materials and accessed via University websites (Moodle), library electronic databases. University tutor support by email and telephone.

Assessment pattern

As used by St Andrews: Coursework = 100%

Personnel

Module coordinator: Dr M Campbell
Module teaching staff: Dr M Campbell, Prof J Hogg