Course Catalogue

Justice Studies

This programme will critically examine the multi-agency approach in assessing, understanding and dealing with mental health in children and young people, from the perspective of the front-line practitioners involved in teaching, policing and health-care. After initially considering the varying types of mental disorder that children and young people may suffer from, together with the signs and symptoms that are associated with those conditions, the module follows a developing case study throughout each of the following sessions. Students will evaluate how the issues may manifest and are then managed by the teaching professional within a classroom environment before considering the role of the police service when called upon to respond to such an issue. Having studied the responsibilities of the police professional in initially dealing with all aspects of a child or young person who is suffering from a mental disorder - as a potential victim, witness or offender, the programme then considers the role of health-care professionals who will become involved in such cases and the options available for treatment. The student will evaluate the respective role and responsibilities of the agencies involved in the relevant multi-agency safeguarding arrangements, procedures and protocols and assess how these agencies work together in addressing all aspects of such cases including the interventions and support, both to the individual and those affected.

Outline Syllabus:Mental Disorders that Children and Young People may suffer from - the Signs and Symptoms and how to Assess The Teacher / Classroom Perspective – Current Guidelines, Supporting Agencies and the Involvement of Parents / carers Escalation of the problem, Current Guidelines and Options for Action The Police Perspective – Responding to Incidents; Police Powers, Guidelines and Responsibilities Police Powers and the Safeguards for Detainees and Their Release from Police Detention The Health-Care Perspective – Frontline Professionals, Mental Health Specialists and the Current Guidelines Available Treatments, Outcomes and Comparison with Adult Mental Health Services Joint Agency Safeguarding – Understanding individual and Organisational roles and responsibilities, the Multi-Agency Approach and the Current safeguarding arrangements, procedures and protocols

Additional Information:Programme code: 36239 There are no professional body requirements at present. Developments of the College of Policing are constantly monitored and incorporated, where appropriate. Benchmark Statement: There are no subject benchmarks for police studies but cognisance has been taken of the evolving police professionalisation agenda and where applicable the requirements of the College of Policing, together with appropriate National Occupational Standards for policing set out by Skills for Justice, the Benchmark Statements for Criminology and other QAA Benchmark Statements when appropriate. Mode and Duration of Study: This CPD module will be offered on a part time basis and through delivery on-site (at LJMU), off-site or through a blended delivery process incorporating some distance learning where necessary. The university’s Virtual Learning Environment, Canvas, will be utilised to support the delivery of this programme. This programme will be available from March 2019 and whilst the intake month is flexible, it is possible to commence the programme in semester 1, semester 2 or during the summer period. The duration of study will usually be across 18 weeks, Criteria for Admission: The entry requirement is a first degree at 2:2 or above, international equivalent. This CPD module is open to recruitment for Police Officers or Police Staff and to those working in the teaching and healthcare professions. It is also of relevance to individuals in other law enforcement and partner agencies who will deal with issues around mental health in children and young people as a key element of their work processes. Name of Final Award: Certificate of Professional Development - The Multi-Agency Approach to Dealing with Mental Health in Children and Young People. Student Support: The University aims to provide students with access to appropriate and timely information, support and guidance to ensure that they are able to benefit fully from their time at LJMU. All students are assigned a Personal Tutor to provide academic support and when necessary signpost students to the appropriate University support services. Student Advice and Wellbeing Services provide students with advice, support and information, particularly in the areas of; student funding and financial matters, disability, advice and support to international students, study support, accommodation, health, wellbeing and counselling. Assessment Regulations: As a programme leading to academic award by LJMU, this module operates within the University's Academic Framework, details of which are available at https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/public-information/academic-qualityand-regulations/academic-framework Attendance Requirements Students should strive to attend all taught sessions in line with the University's Attendance Policy. This course was written in March 2019. Methods for Evaluating and Improving Quality: All programmes leading to LJMU awards have been designed and approved in accordance with the UK Quality Code for Higher Education, including the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications in the UK (FHEQ) and subject benchmark statements where applicable. The University is subject to periodic review of its quality and standards by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), published review reports are available on the QAA website at www.qaa.ac.uk The University uses the results of student feedback from internal and external student surveys, module evaluation questionnaires and meetings with student representatives to improve the quality of programmes. The quality of teaching is assured through staff review and staff development in learning, teaching and assessment. All programmes are reviewed annually and periodically, informed by a range of data and feedback, to ensure quality and standards of programmes and to make improvements. The University is maintaining the threshold academic standards set for awards in accordance with the FHEQ and applicable subject benchmark state