Prerequisites for Module
None in addition to SD2 requirements.
Corequisite Modules
Assessed Practice element.
Precluded Modules
None.
Aims of Module
To enable the student to understand, apply and evaluate a range of key concepts underpinning evidence 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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Understand and demonstrate an awareness of the values underpinning social work practice and the nature of ethical practice in a diverse society.
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Understand and apply a range of approaches to assessment of need or risk within social work practice.
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Understand and apply a range of social work models of intervention.
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Demonstrate an awareness of research or evidence which supports or challenges theoretical material.
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Indicative Module Content
Social work values and ethical dilemmas.
Communication.
Methods of assessment and risk assessment.
Methods of social work intervention.
| Overview of qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Evidence based practice.
Reflective practice.
Anti-discriminatory practice.
Indicative Student Workload
Contact Hours
| Distance Learning | Lectures/Workshops/Tutorials
| 12 |
Directed Study
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| 100 |
Private Study
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| 38 |
Mode of Delivery
This module is based on directed and private study supplemented by lectures, workshops and tutorials. Introductory lectures and workshops are linked to course materials. Directed and private study is supported by tutorials.
Assessment Plan
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Learning Outcomes Assessed
| | Coursework | 1,2,3,4
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Coursework will comprise a case study.
Indicative Bibliography
| 1. | Burton, J. (1993) The Handbook of Residential Care, Routledge.
| | 2. | Coulshed, V. and Orme, S. (1998) Social Work Practice, Macmillan.
| | 3. | Stepney, P. and Ford, D. (2000) Social Work Models, Methods and Theories, RHP.
| | 4. | Thompson, N. (2001) Anti-discriminatory Practice, Palgrave.
| | 5. | Walker, S. and Beckett, C. (2003) Social Work Assessment and Intervention, RHP.
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