2G6Z0025 Working with Others: Strength Based Approaches Case Study - MMU

Task details and instructions

Students will choose a case study, from the four provided on Moodle, to address how a strengths-based approach can yield the best possible outcomes in the given case.  

Assignments must contain the following elements (connected to Learning Outcomes 1-4): 
1. Use of ecological systems theory, in addition to other relevant theory and literature, to help better understand this scenario. 
2. Reference to relevant policy or legislation that may affect the outcomes of the scenario. 
3. Discussion of strategies or approaches (methods) that could be used by professionals from both health and social care to support any relevant persons in the scenario using a strength-based approach.  
4. Consideration of the potential limitations and challenges of using a strength-based approach in this scenario. 

Your discussion in relation to all of the above points should be developed using appropriate research and evidence (academic literature) demonstrating awareness of local, national and global contexts. 
Word count: up to 3,000 words 

Learning outcomes for this assignment 

1) Critically discuss key policy drivers for applying a strengths based approach in health and social care practice; 
2) Critically evaluate key concepts and practice principles underpinning strength based approaches including community-based work; 
3) Critically examine the application of strength perspectives at a national and global level; 
4) Locate, interpret and evaluate appropriate research and evidence supporting strength based approaches and working with others.