Course overview
It will introduce some of the key themes, ideas and approaches that are central to contemporary social work practice, such as risk and ethical practice. There will be an introduction to the key terms and discussion of the importance of law, policy and guidance to daily practice. The module will begin to explore the profession’s core tasks of assessment, planning, interventions and reviews.
Your learning is supported through our purpose-built, online learning environment. You have access to a wealth of learning materials that have been designed and developed by staff embedded in the field of social work. Throughout your learning journey you are supported by experienced staff who provide advice and guidance.
Summer university
Start date: Starts Tuesday 2 July, Tuesdays and Thursdays for 4 weeks, 6-9pm
You can study up to 30 credits at Summer University and you can select up to three modules on the same application form. If you would like to add a module later, or change one of your choices, then please email summer.university@tees.ac.uk.
Age restriction
Due to the content and delivery of our Summer University courses, it is advised that applicants are aged 16+ at the time of enrolment. All applicants under the age of 18 at the time of enrolment must provide a completed parental consent form and those under 16 years of age are required to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. You can download the
parental consent form and send to
summer.university@tees.ac.uk after you submit your application.
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Where you study
This course is delivered online.
Course details
What you study
Indicative Content:
What is social work?
Different types of social work role and different types of team.
Some key terms in social work.
The importance of law, policy and guidance to daily social work practice.
Risk.
Ethical practice.
Exploring the profession’s core tasks of assessment, planning, interventions and reviews.
Core skills of social work: communication and reflection.
How you are assessed
In-course assessment
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
As this is an online course you need access to a computer and be comfortable learning through an online platform.
International applicants must have an IELTS overall score of 5.5 or higher.
Age restriction
Due to the content and delivery of our Summer University courses, it is advised that applicants are aged 16+ at the time of enrolment. All applicants under the age of 18 at the time of enrolment must provide a completed parental consent form and those under 16 years of age are required to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. You can download the
parental consent form and send to
summer.university@tees.ac.uk after you submit your application.
