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£239.99
£239.99
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1 hour
About the Course
Our online Social Work Theory and Practice Training from Sirius Social Care aims to provide learners with the skills and knowledge related to social work. The course will provide learners with insight and understanding into adult and childrens social work. It will cover knowledge, skills and reflective practice.
With 14 highly interactive modules and over 10 hours of video content the course will equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge related to social work.
Reflective accounts written by social workers are used throughout the course. The reflective accounts are based on practical examples in adult and childrens social work.
The course also helps learners to understand what a social work theory is and how it can be applied to social work practice.
This course is suitable for social workers wanting to develop their skills and knowledge, or people returning to social work. It is also a fantastic course for those exploring the possibility of becoming a social worker and want to understand what the job entails.
Completing the course will give learners 210 CPD points. If you are returning to Social Work and require 210 CPD points you may want to enrol on our level 4 course which includes a 1 hour virtual face to face session with one of our tutors. The tutor will discuss options available to you and your career development. Check our company overview for more information.
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Course Content - Curriculum
Course Modules
Our Social Work Theory and Practice Training Course is split into the following modules. The modules contain videos, reflective accounts, journals, reports and practical examples. Learners will have the opportunity to reflect on what they learn.
Module 1 – Introduction to Social Work with Childrens
Social Work and Childrens
What is Social Work? Childrens and Families Video
What is Social Work? Emergency Duty Team Video
Different Roles in Children’s Social Work Video
Children Protection Conference Video, what would you do?
Social Work with Young Offenders
Module 2 – Introduction to Social Work with Adults
What is Social Work? Services for Older People Video
Older Adults
Social Work with Adults with a Learning Disability Video
Social Work with People who have a Learning Disability Reflective Account
Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults Overview and Reflection
Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults video
Module 3 – Key Social Work Theories and Models
Major Theories used in social work practice (Systems theory, Psychodynamic, social learning, conflict).
Attachment Theory
How Childhood Affects Attachment Styles
Attachment Theory Case Study
Learning Theory
Case Study – Psychological, Psychodynamic and Sociological Theories
Case Study Psychology, Attachment theory, cognitive development, moral development, Adolescence and identity, transitions.
Module 4 – Serious Case Reviews
Baby P – Peter Connelly
Multi-Disciplinary Practice - Victoria Climbe
Module 5 - Mental Capacity
BIA Reflective account – Dols and MCA
BIA Case Study 2017
Case Law Case Study
Case Study dan baker
MCA Code of Practice 2005
Mental Health Act Code of Practice
Liberty Protection Safeguards
Module 6 – Modern Slavery
Modern Slavery
Maid in Hell
Module 7 - Reflective Practice / Critical Reflection
Critical Analysis and Reflection
Risk: Critical Analysis - Reflective Account
Module 8 – Safeguarding – Daniel Pelka
Case Study – Daniel Pelka
Module 9 – Values, ethics and anti-oppressive practice
Anti-Oppressive Theory And Practice Social Work
The Ethics And Values Of Social Work Social Work
Power Issues And Case Analysis Imbalances Social Work Reflective Account
Defining And Understanding Empowerment Social Work
Equality and Diversity - Analysing equality and Diversity in Social Care
Module 10 – Social Work and Social Media – Verphy Kudi and Baby Asiah Kudi
Case overview
Verphy Kudi relative video
Reflective thoughts
Module 11 – Social Work Assessments and Report Writing
Assessments
Report Writing
Module 12 – Violence within Communities Abrham Badru
Abraham Badru Video
Abraham Badru case overview
Module 13 – Older People and Personalisation
Is Personalisation Meeting the Needs of Older People
Reflective thoughts
Module 14 – Social Work Context, Difference, Ethnicity and Disability
Social Work Context
Reflective thoughts
Module 15 – Writing Reflective Accounts
Reflective Exercises
Module 16 – Social Justice Report Asylum seeking children
Asylum Seeking Children Report
Reflective Exercises
Module 17 - Lone White Mothers with Mixed Race Children and Social Work Practice
Lone White Mothers with Mixed Race Children Report
Reflective Exercises
Final Assessment
After completing all modules, learners will be required to take an online multiple choice assessment test. This online multiple choice test is marked automatically so you will receive an instant grade and know whether you have passed the course. If required you will be able to retake the test with no extra charge.
Certificate
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded with:
Level 3 CPD in Social Work Theory and Practice Training
Upon completion of the course learners will be awarded with the Sirius Social Care CPD certificate. The Certificate of Achievement will provide proof that you have studied the course and will contain your grade and classification level.
This certificate will be produced in PDF format, hard copies of the certificate are available on request at an additional fee of £19.99.
Course Format
This course is delivered online through eLearning. Learners of the course will receive instant access to our interactive student learning portal, which offers 24/7 access to the Social Work Training Course.
Course Duration
The learning is online so it can be spread out over multiple sessions or done in one session. The time taken to complete the course is dependent on the learner.
Learners will have access to this course for up to 12 months from the date of joining. There is no time limit to complete the course during this period.
Tutor Support
As part of the Social Work Training Course you will receive access to a dedicated tutor support. The tutor will be able to provide you with unlimited online email support to help answer any questions that you may have whilst you are studying the course.
Course Compatibility
Our Social Work Training Course is fully compatible with PC’s, Mac’s, Laptop, Tablet and Smartphone devices. You will be able to access the same content from the course, just over a 3G or 4G network whilst on the move.
Outcomes from the course:
Develop skills and knowledge of Adult Social Work
Develop skills and knowledge of Children’s Social Work
Develop understanding of major theories used in Social work
Develop your Social Work Practice
Learn Social Work skills and techniques
Develop Critical Reflection Skills
Explore current issues in Social Work
Anyone can take this course. The course has been designed for anyone who has an interest in social work.
There are no entry requirements necessary to join this course from Sirius Social Care. Everyone is welcome to enrol on this online course to develop their careers and practice.
The course is beneficial for current social workers to increase their knowledge and obtain CPD points to support their Social Work England CPD hours. It is also designed for people returning to the social work profession and require CPD hours to return to the register. Furthermore it is useful for people who are considering a career in social work and want to learn more about the profession.