This unit introduces students to Social Work concepts and practice, including its development and location within the social and community services sector. Workshops and recommended literature introduce students to key themes and debates in the development of social work in Australia and elsewhere. Students are expected to expand their understanding of social work as an activity shaped and constrained by social policy, legislation and organisations, as well as by a dynamic body of knowledge and skills, and a strong and explicit value and ethical base.
Unit details
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Study level:
Undergraduate
Credit points:
12
Unit code:
ASW1001
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Learning Outcomes
| 1. | Develop skills to reflect and analyse the personal and professional dimensions of becoming a social worker; | ||
| 2. | Discuss social work practice as a diverse, purposeful activity, informed by core values, ethics, theory and knowledge; | ||
| 3. | Work collaboratively to explore contemporary social work practice within context and key discourses; | ||
| 4. | Demonstrate an understanding of the development of social work in Australia and its major international influences. |
Assessment
| Assessment type | Description | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Video Interview | 20% |
| Test | Ethics and Practice Standards Quiz | 10% |
| Project | Professional Glossary and Knowledge Sources | 30% |
| Presentation | Team Presentation | 40% |
Required reading
The road to social work and service practice, 5th ed.
Chenoweth, L. & McAuliffe, D., (2017)
Cengage Learning, South Melbourne
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