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Students
Tuition Fee
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
24 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Diploma
Major
Social Work and Counselling | Sociology | Public Administration
Area of study
Social Sciences
Timing
Part time
Course Language
English
Intakes
Program start dateApplication deadline
2024-09-01-
About Program

Program Overview


The Advanced Social Work Practice program enhances the skills of experienced social workers through research, critical reflection, and advanced practice. It prepares graduates for specialist practitioner roles, improving outcomes for service users and advancing the field of social work. The program is part-time, allowing students to balance study with work and life commitments, and emphasizes critical thinking, reflection, and the application of research to real-world practice.

Program Outline


Degree Overview:


Overview:

The Advanced Social Work Practice MA/PGDip/PGCert program offers a path for experienced social workers to enhance their skills and advance their careers. Through a focus on research, critical reflection, and advanced practice, this program prepares graduates to work at a specialist level, improving outcomes for service users.


Objectives:

  • Develop advanced social work skills and knowledge.
  • Increase capacity for reflection, supervision, and professional leadership.
  • Enable graduates to work at a specialist level.
  • Improve outcomes for service users.

Program Description:

The program is designed for professionals who already hold a social work qualification and are seeking further study. It utilizes expertise from experienced faculty and practitioners, with strong ties to local authorities, charities, and independent agencies, ensuring the program reflects the most current policies and practices in social work.


Outcomes:

Graduates are equipped to pursue specialist practitioner roles and more advanced social work positions, such as those in management.


Outline:


Program Content:

The program focuses on advanced application of social work theories, models, and methods. It includes research skills training, critical thinking development, and deeper exploration of clinical practice and professional leadership.


Program Structure:

The program is offered part-time, with a duration of 2-4 years.


Course Schedule:

The course schedule balances campus study with time for work, life commitments, and independent study. Timetables are made available to students two weeks before the start of term.


Individual Modules:

  • Developing Research Capability (60 Credits): This core module focuses on developing research skills within a health and social care context.
  • Practice Education (30 Credits): This optional module facilitates the transition of qualified social workers to becoming enablers of others, meeting Stage 1 practice education requirements.
  • Other Optional Modules:
  • Best Interest Assessor (30 Credits)
  • Strengthening Mental Health Practice (15 Credits)
  • Leadership in the Public and Community Services (15 Credits)
  • Service Delivery and Quality Improvement (15 Credits)
  • Relationship Based Practice: Advanced Intervention Skills (30 Credits)
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (15 Credits)
  • Risk Assessment and Management in Mental Health (15 Credits)
  • Social Inclusion and Recovery in Mental Health (15 Credits)
  • The program is currently only open to those who already hold a professional social work qualification.
  • Teaching staff are described as supportive and committed to student success.
  • Graduates are eligible to apply for specialist practitioner roles and more advanced social work positions.

Assessment:


Assessment Methods:

The program uses a combination of formative and summative assessments, including:

  • Written assignments
  • Group work
  • Assessed role-plays
  • Reflective writing based on practice experience

Assessment Criteria:

The program uses specific criteria to assess student work, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes and program objectives.


Teaching:


Teaching Methods:

The program utilizes a variety of teaching methods, including:

  • Research
  • Reading and critical reflection
  • Workshops
  • Tutorials

Faculty:

The program is taught by experienced faculty and practitioners with expertise in social work research, practice, and education.


Unique Approaches:

The program emphasizes critical thinking, reflection, and the application of research to real-world social work practice.


Careers:


Career Paths:

Graduates of the program are well-positioned for careers as:

  • Specialist practitioners
  • Social work managers
  • Educators
  • Researchers

Career Opportunities:

The program prepares graduates for a range of opportunities in:

  • Local authorities
  • Charities
  • Independent agencies
  • Other social work settings

Career Outcomes:

Graduates are equipped to make a significant impact on the lives of service users and advance the field of social work.


Support Services:

The program offers a range of support services to students, including:

  • Academic skills development
  • Library and IT support
  • Financial advice
  • Mental health and wellbeing support
  • Disability support
  • The program is offered part-time, allowing students to balance study with work and life commitments.
  • The program is designed to meet the needs of experienced social workers seeking to advance their careers.
  • The program emphasizes critical thinking, reflection, and the application of research to real-world social work practice.
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