Diversity, Inclusion and Contemporary Practice: for Social Workers and Social Care Professionals

Program Overview

Diversity, Inclusion and Contemporary Practice: for Social Workers and Social Care Professionals

Overview

This module, designed for qualified social workers, will have you thinking of the ‘bigger picture’. You’ll learn about international perspectives, for example, on the sustainability of social work and the impact of structures and language when doing social work. We’ll embrace experiences of race and identity, with a focus for outcomes that transparently demonstrate our commitment to diversity and promoting inclusion. Sessions are delivered by experts in their field and with a focus for research and contemporary practice contexts.

Who Should Attend?

• Qualified social workers registered with Social Work England and social care professionals.
• This course is suitable for continuing professional development across the spectrum of adult/child services – of newly qualified and experienced social workers – and in the context of meeting professional, ethical standards.

Dates

• Future dates are to be confirmed.

Where You'll Study

Your Faculty

The Faculty of Health, Medicine and Social Care at ARU is primed to meet the demand for healthcare professionals, doctors, scientists and social workers in the East of England.

• We've been training undergraduates for professional roles for over 25 years, with a reputation for quality, dedication and ambition balanced with student satisfaction.
• We know that our students want the very best experiential learning, and we've invested heavily in purpose-built simulated wards, science labs and skills spaces, to support your learning every step of the way.

Where Can I Study?

• Distance learning at ARU: Study at a time that suits you, using our online learning management system.

Fees & Funding

Course Fees

• 30 credits (Level 7) for courses starting in 2024/25: £1,767
• 30 Credits (Level 7) for courses starting in 2025/26: £1,850

Entry Requirements

• To join this course, you will be a qualified social worker, registered with Social Work England.

Module Details

• Module level: 7
• Module credits: 30 credits
• Duration: 12 weeks

Research Areas

• Sustainability
• Race Equality
• Practice and Theories

Course Content

• The course content consists of sessions by different lecturers to offer different perspectives related to their research areas.
• Example themes include Sustainability, Race Equality, Practice and Theories.

Program Outline

Outline:

• The module, designed for qualified social workers, aims to broaden their perspective and understanding of the "bigger picture."
• It delves into international perspectives on social work sustainability and the impact of structures and language in social work practice.

Teaching:

• Combines face-to-face teaching and online sessions.
• Features sessions led by different lecturers offering diverse perspectives related to their research areas.
• Topics covered include Sustainability, Race Equality, and Practice and Theories.

Careers:

• The module is designed to enhance the professional development of social workers across the spectrum of adult/child services, from newly qualified to experienced.
• It supports the fulfillment of professional and ethical standards in the field.