PG DIP PG Dip Professional Social Work Practice – Step Up to Social Work

This course is designed for students who want to pursue a career in professional social work. It provides advanced training in social work practice, enabling students to develop the knowledge and skills required to work effectively with individuals, families, and communities. Students will learn about evidence-based interventions, cultural competence, and how to apply ethical principles in their practice. The course also covers topics such as mental health, addiction, and child protection, providing a comprehensive foundation for social work practice.

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This course is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical exercises. Students will have the opportunity to engage in reflective practice, develop their critical thinking skills, and learn from experienced social work professionals. The course is designed to be flexible, allowing students to study part-time or full-time, depending on their personal and professional commitments.

Leading Social Work Education at Anglia Ruskin University

Anglia Ruskin University is a leading provider of social work education in the UK. Our faculty of health, social care, and education has a strong reputation for producing innovative and effective social work practitioners. The university's location in Cambridge provides access to a diverse range of settings for practical placements, including the NHS, local authorities, and charitable organizations.

Blocks of time will be spent studying on campus, where service users and practitioners will join us to provide a real-life context for your learning. University-based teaching sessions take place from January to mid-February and end of July to the beginning of September. There is also an on-campus day per month during the rest of your course. Each semester youll spend time in practice placements in childrens and adult services. Placements total 170 days and take place with local authorities in the Eastern Regional Partnership. The participating partners for Cohort 7 are Cambridgeshire County Council, Peterborough City Council, Essex County Council, Norfolk County Council Suffolk County Council, Thurrock Council, and Southend on Sea Borough Council.

A first degree with honors at a minimum final classification of Upper Second (2:1) is preferred.