Prerequisites for Module
None, in addition to SCQF8 entry requirements.
Corequisite Modules
None.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To enable the student to understand, apply and evaluate a range of key concepts underpinning evidenced-based and reflective social work practice.
Learning Outcomes for Module
On completion of this module, students are expected to be able to:
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Explain the use of appropriate communication and interviewing skills within professional practice.
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Apply a range of approaches to assessment, intervention and evaluation across a range of settings.
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Demonstrate skills in reflective practice.
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Apply ethical and anti-discriminatory concepts to the practice of social work.
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Apply reflective skills and knowledge of basic research methodology to social work practice.
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Indicative Module Content
Social work values and ethical dilemmas. Symbolic, verbal and non verbal communication. Intervention skills and the use of questions. Methods of assessment and risk assessment. Methods of intervention including: advocacy; life space skills; opportunity-led; task-centred; psycho-social; behavioural; care management; family therapy and group work. Overview of qualitative and quantitative research methods. Evidenced based practice. Reflective practice. Anti-oppressive practice; Key capabilities in Child Care and Child Protection; Legislative Framework; Cultural Competence.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Distance Learning | Lectures/Workshops
| 6 | Tutorials
| 4 |
Directed Study
| | Directed Study (ODL Materials)
| 100 |
Private Study
| | Reflective Practice
| 40 |
| Mode of Delivery
A combination of directed and private study supported by tutorials and in parallel with agency-based assessed practice learning.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Component 1 | 1,2,4
| | Component 2 | 3
| | Component 3 | 5
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Component 1 - Case Study
Component 3 - Research Proposal
Component 2 - A 40 Day Reflective Journal is assessed in first 9 months of course commencement as SSSC Requirement in relation to number of days spent in direct supervised practice
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | Adams, A., Dominelli, L., and Payne, M., eds. 2009. Social Work: Themes, Issues and Critical Debates.3rd ed.London: Macmillan.
| | 2. | Coulshed, V. and Orme, J., 2012. Social Work Practice. 5th Ed. London: MacMillan.
| | 3. | Lishman, J., ed., 2007. Handbook for Practice Learning in Social Work and Social Care.2nd ed London: JKP.
| | 4. | Milner, J. & O'Byrne, P., 2009. Assessment in Social Work.3rd ed London: MacMillan.
| | 5. | Thompson, N., 2012. Anti-discriminatory Practice. 5th ed. London: Palgrave Macmillan.
| | 6. | ODL Materials, RGU.
| | 7. | Calder, M.C. and Hackett, S. (eds), 2013. Assessment in Child Care. Using and Developing Frameworks for Practice.2nd ed. Lyme Regis: RHP.
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