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Workforce: Masters degree in parenting launched

De Montfort University in Leicester has launched what it claims is the UK's first masters degree in parenting.

The MSc in theory and practice of parenting is aimed at children'sservices professionals including people working in schools, youthservices, social care and the NHS. Topics covered by the course include:working with groups of parents; the theory of parenting; managing raceand diversity; and workforce development.

Di Hampton, director of the university's Unit for Parenting Studies'said: "Given the emphasis on parenting, it is vital practitioners whowork in this area have access to the latest information. This courseaims to enhance the quality of service."

- www.dmu.ac.uk.

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