CM3S048 - Trauma and Youth Offending 01 Sep 2024 - 31 Aug 2030 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | CM3S048 | ||
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| Module Title: | Trauma and Youth Offending | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Life Sciences and Education | ||
| Faculty Group: | Policing and Criminology | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Criminology | ||
| Module Leader: | Zoe Cross | ||
| Module Team: | Daniel Welch, Helen Martin | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2022 | Final Year of Intake: | 2029 |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
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Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
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| Valid From | 01 Sep 2024 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2030 |
Module Aims
The aim of this module is to explore the multifaceted dynamics of trauma within offender populations, this study aims to investigate the phenomenon of post-traumatic growth, the utilisation of broader sensory experiences through sensory criminology interventions, and the interrelated aspects of sexual offending behaviour, addiction, mental health disorders, and criminal activities.
Content Summary
Understanding Trends in Young Offending
· Explore the significant reduction, approximately 85%, in first-time offenders among young people in recent years.
· Analyse the stable reoffending rate, remaining at around 38%, despite the decrease in first-time offenders.
· Examine research findings indicating that young individuals persisting in the criminal justice system often have complex and challenging needs.
Complex Trauma and its Impact
· Investigate the prevalence of complex trauma among young people involved in the criminal justice system.
· Analyse how complex trauma can present challenges to the justice system and hinder rehabilitation efforts.
· Explore the cumulative and interconnected effects of trauma on young offenders.
Therapeutic Approaches to Reduce Reoffending
· Understand the guidance advocating for a therapeutic approach to reduce reoffending, as per YJB (2017).
· Examine the importance of practitioners comprehending the impact of trauma on young offenders.
· Analyse the need for contextualising offending behaviour within the framework of trauma-informed practice.
Recognising Criminological Harms as Stress Reactions:
· Explore the concept of criminological harms as stress reactions stemming from trauma.
· Analyse how recognising these reactions can inform interventions and support strategies.
· Examine the implications of understanding criminological harms through a trauma-informed lens for effective rehabilitation.
Critical Analysis of Trauma-Informed Practice:
· Delve into the principles and practices of trauma-informed approaches within the criminal justice system.
· Critically evaluate the relationship between trauma and criminological harms.
Examine case studies and real-life scenarios to apply theoretical knowledge to practical contexts.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Practical classes and workshops | 36 |
| Independent Study | 84 |
| Directed Study | 80 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 48 |
| Total Hours Selected | 248 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically discuss the relationship between trauma and criminological harms (such as addiction and mental health issues) for young people and young adults. |
| LO2 | Compare and contrast trauma-informed approaches used in the criminal justice system for young people and young adults |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Student Choice 1 | AStudents choose to produce either an essay, a report or an audio podcast, based on a fictional case study of a young person known to the justice system, who has suffered trauma | 25 | 3000 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Student Choice 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |