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Course description

Social workers play a vital role in supporting society’s most vulnerable people. Our work-based, distance-learning route to the Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work is designed for professionals seeking to advance their careers. In England, the programme is approved by Social Work England (SWE), and successful graduates can apply for registration as qualified social workers. In Scotland, students who meet eligibility requirements can apply for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) to work in children’s, adult or justice services. Both eligible sponsored and independent students are welcome to apply and take the next step in their social work career.

**Key features of the course** - Approved as a social work qualifying award in England by Social Work England (SWE) and in Scotland by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)

- Includes two substantive work-based practice placements supervised by a practice educator

- Equips you to engage in critical and reflective professional practice, aligned to the standards and codes of practice in your nation

- Designed for professionals seeking to advance their careers through work-based learning

- Progress from this Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work to our MA in Social Work (F80)

Subjects

Social work

Entry requirements

Entry requirements vary. For details, visit the qualification description at https://www.open.ac.uk/postgraduate/qualifications/e85

Course options

Course Type: Distance learning
Details
Date: 01/02/2027 Cost: Get in touch with the course provider or visit their website for more information
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