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 Academic Year:
| 2013/4 |
| Owning Department/School:
| Department of Social & Policy Sciences (administered by the Learning Partnerships Office) |
| Credits:
| 6 |
| Level:
| Certificate (FHEQ level 4) |
| Period: |
Semester 1 at Wiltshire College |
| Assessment:
| CW 100% |
| Supplementary Assessment: |
Like-for-like reassessment (where allowed by programme regulations) |
| Requisites:
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| Description:
| Aims: This module aims to provide students with an introduction to contemporary social work practice & its organisational context & to provide practical experience that enables students to explore and develop their understanding of social work values. Learning Outcomes: On completion of the unit the students should be able to: * Prepare for social work contact & involvement (Key Role 1 Unit 1 Elements 1.1 - 1.3) * Describe the range of local resources & services available (Knowledge indicator 2f) * Be aware of their own values, prejudices, ethical dilemmas & conflicts of interest & their implications on their practice (Knowledge indicator 3a) * Value, recognise & respect the diversity, expertise & experience of individuals, families, carers, groups & communities (Knowledge 3d) Skills: Intellectual * use research-based concepts and critical explanations from social work and allied theoretical disciplines. (F,T,A) * utilise knowledge of practice and practice models in settings such as group-care, community development and fieldwork, in all sectors of service delivery.(F,T,A) * think creatively and analytically, including self-assessment and critical reflection upon knowledge and practice relevant to social work.(F,T,A) * communicate an argument. (F,T,A) * evaluate others' arguments and research. (F,T,A) * synthesise information from a number of sources in order to gain a coherent understanding. (F,T,A) * utilise problem solving skills. (F,A) * analyse and evaluate innovative practices in social work practice. (F,A) Professional & Practical * Prepare for and work with individuals, families, carers, groups and communities to assess their needs and circumstances. (F,T,A) * Demonstrate professional competence in social work practice. (F,A) Transferable/Key * communicate effectively at all levels and using different means (F,A) * construct a bibliography of varying complexity. (F,T,A) * be able to utilise communication and IT skills to produce report and access management information systems (F,A) * Work effectively within multi-disciplinary and multi organisational teams: networks and systems. (F,T,A) * To reflect upon his/her own academic and professional performance and take responsibility for personal and professional learning and development. (F,T,A) * Manage and prioritise your workload within organisational policies and priorities. (F,T,A) * Work independently and as part of a team to identify and achieve clear goals. (F,T,A) * Contribute to monitoring the quality of the services provided. (F,T,A) Content: Context of social work: relevant legislation, statutory codes, standards frameworks & guidance; range of services & resources; data protection; risk assessment (health & safety); workload management; monitoring effectiveness & quality assurance; recording policy. Social work values: The GSCC values statement. |
| Programme availability: |
LP10594 is a Designated Essential Unit on the following programmes:Programmes administered by the Learning Partnerships Office
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