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BA (Hons) Social Work

Program information

University of Cumbria in London

Program overview

We have a great reputation and are highly-regarded for our social work provision with many of our students successfully join Cumbria County Council s social work academy scheme Our course will challenge you academically but you won t just learn the theory you ll get a good insight into the profession through 170 days of professional placements simulated home visits and hospital meetings talking to people in the care system and current professionals Our aim is to see you learning about social work by doing as much as possible practically Accredited by Social Work England Eligible to apply for registration with Social Work England after graduating Get two placements - 70 days in the second year and 100 days in the third - to gain real-world experience in social work and bolster your CV and job prospects Our great connections with local authorities charities and health care providers enhances your placement and career prospects Tutors are qualified social workers or have a social care background Tutors have published books and are involved in research which makes your learning current and informed by best practice Boost your hands-on experience of social work with our modern facilities including our mock house to simulate home visits and hospital wards for practicing hospital discharge meetings Bolster your care skills by meeting people in the social care system and learning about their experience Learn to work as a team and develop leadership skills to manage a team to boost your future career

Duration: 13

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