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Transdisciplinary CPD Showcase Series: Supporting the Educational Journeys of Young People with Care Experience or Who are Studying without a Family Support Network

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Book NowNorthumbria University's Department of Social Work, Education and Community Wellbeing (SWECW) places itself strategically to play a significant role in aiding societal recovery and repair beyond the pandemic period (Future of SWECW, 2021).

Together with the Department of Nursing, Midwifery and Health (NMH), SWECW have a wealth of expertise in working with our partners in the north-east and beyond, supporting professional development and being responsive to workplace needs.

In this series we showcase some of our expertise in teaching and in research, to our partners and interested parties. We can offer bespoke CPD provision (either accredited or non-accredited). Working collaboratively, we can blend our CPD offer with our research and knowledge exchange strategies.

Session 5: Supporting the Educational Journeys of Young People with Care Experience or Who are Studying without a Family Support Network

Delivered by: Dr Lynette Shotton and Katherine Butler

In this session attendees will explore:

  • Background to numbers entering HE
  • Challenges
  • Assets
  • Current work across the region and in the university
  • What can professionals do in the context of their roles

Who Should Attend?

  • Teachers, health care professionals, social workers – anyone who is interested in this important topic

Register your place for the session by filling in the form below or clicking on the button above;

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