Social pedagogy is an established discipline and profession in many European countries. It has grown out of a longstanding tradition of educational philosophers, social thinkers and practitioners who were concerned with developing a more equal and just society through educational means.

This qualification is designed to enable experiential learning, to support individual and group reflection processes and to create dialogue between learners by drawing on their knowledge and experience. Learners will explore the historical and philosophical roots of social pedagogy in continental Europe and other nations. It also explores how key concepts are applied in the field and how the rich potential of each human being is central to social pedagogy.