HSW703 - Becoming a Social Worker
| Year: | 2024 unit information |
|---|---|
| Enrolment modes: | Trimester 1: Online with significant campus requirements (see in-person attendance requirements) |
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Study commitment | Students will on average spend 150 hours over the teaching period undertaking the teaching, learning and assessment activities for this unit. This will include educator guided online learning activities within the unit site. |
| Scheduled learning activities - online | Online independent and collaborative learning activities will support learning across the trimester. |
| In-person attendance requirements | All students must attend a compulsory 2 day intensive during Week 2 of Trimester 1 at the Geelong Waterfront Campus at which core practical learning requirements will be taught. Click here to view intensive dates and locations. |
Content
This unit will provide students with an opportunity to learn about micro-skills and models for practice along with a range of accompanying theoretical perspectives. These perspectives will include crisis theory and anti-oppressive practice, systems theory and strengths-based practice. The unit will include a case study approach throughout the trimester, where students engage with client/family scenarios that involve development of direct practice, group work and family work skills.
Hurdle requirement
- Attendance at a 2 day intensive (practical experience workshop) held during trimester at Waterfront Campus
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Unit Fee Information
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