CYC 101 Lecture 5: An Introduction to Theory and the Domains of Child

• School: Ryerson University
• Department: Child and Youth Care
• Course: CYC 101
• Professor: Lisa Pena- Sabanal

Document Summary

An introduction to theory and the domains of child & youth care practice. It is a sphere of influence or professional territory within which you acquire expertise & therefore are able to exert an influence on the lives of children, youth & families. It is a system of categorizing & describing the aspects of self, the skills & the knowledge base that is required for effective cyc practice. The seven domains of practice: self, professionalism, communication, relationships, Used to provide a logical method of defining, organizing & teaching what cyc"s do & need to know. They are relevant to the geographic & social environment of na & may not be relevant in other locations around the world. A discipline is a branch of knowledge with a specific focus & orientation to the world in a specific subject area. Practice is the application of knowledge & theory. Professional practice is based on the theory & knowledge generated by the discipline.