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Course description

Want to make a difference in people’s lives? Social work is both challenging and rewarding, supporting and protecting society’s most deprived and vulnerable people. Our work-based online learning route is for those in Scotland eligible to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Successful graduates can apply for registration as qualified social workers in children’s, adult or justice services. If you’ve got a year’s experience supporting service users and carers, and can be released from your role for two contrasting work placements, this could be the perfect next step for you. Sponsored and independent students are welcome.

**Key features of the course** - Study through work-based and distance learning – this includes undertaking two work placements

- Develop the knowledge and practical skills that underpin effective practice

- Learn to deal professionally with complex, difficult, and sensitive issues

- Improve your career progression opportunities within social work

Subjects

Social work

Entry requirements

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Course options

Course Type: Part-time
Details
Date: 01/10/2027 Cost: Get in touch with the course provider or visit their website for more information
Venue details

Distance Learning

Online

None

Course Type: Part-time
Details
Date: 01/02/2028 Cost: Get in touch with the course provider or visit their website for more information
Venue details

Distance Learning

Online

None

Course provider

Open University

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