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Since the implementation of the Children (Leaving Care)
Act 2000 many authorities are coming to terms with the
individual and strategic demands of providing key services
to young people who are often isolated, vulnerable and
difficult to deal with when they leave care. With legislation
that allows for so much local interpretation, and leaving
care teams which often consist of staff from a variety of
disciplines, the Act brought with it new challenges as well
as new opportunities.This course examines how the Act
impacts on day-to-day practice. It looks at the role of the
personal advisor, entitlements and rights for young people, working with other agencies, and links to the Assessment
Framework.
Learning outcomes cover:
- The impact of the legislation and the duties and
responsibilities of the local authority.
- The successes and failures of the public care system.
- Awareness about care issues and challenges that affect
young people leaving care.
- Awareness about what services exist and what needs
further development.
- Positive multi-agency and inter-agency approaches.
- Developing strategies to address the issues raised by
new legislation and how to use it to the advantage of
the young people.
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