Return to Social Work: Theory and Practice Training Level 4 £220

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.

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With 16 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.

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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.

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The course also helps learners to understand what a social work theory is and how it can be applied to social work practice.

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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.

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Completing the course will give learners 210 CPD points for the required private study. This does not include any supervised practice. The course will be classified as private study.

 

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Description

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

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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 4 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

 

Who is this course for?

Anyone can take this course. The course has been designed for anyone who has an interest in social work.

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Requirements

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.

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Career path

The course is beneficial for current social workers to increase their knowledge and obtain CPD points to support their required 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. The training is classed as private study.