Module Specification Template s2

MODULE SPECIFICATION TEMPLATE

MODULE DETAILS Module title Introduction to Social Work Practice Module code SS406 Credit value 20 Level Level 4 X Level 5 Level 6 Level 7 Level 8 Mark the box to the right of the Level 0(for modules at foundation level) appropriate level with an ‘X’ Entry criteria for registration on this module Pre-requisites Registration on BSc (Hons) Social Work Specify in terms of module codes or equivalent Co-requisite modules Specify in terms of module codes or equivalent Module delivery Mode of delivery Taught X Distance Placement Online Other

Pattern of delivery Weekly X Block Other

When module is delivered Semester 1 X Semester 2 Throughout year Other Brief description of module This module is the initial, introductory module that introduces the student to content core and basic knowledge of professional social work practice, including the Overview (max 80 words) central importance of professionalism and ethical and anti-discriminatory and anti oppressive practice. It outlines the nature, purpose, remit and knowledge base of professional social work; introduces key social work skills and outlines the component parts involved in professional social work tasks. Students explore also professionalism - the professional identity, role and responsibility of social workers and how this relates to, and differs from, the personal self. The statutory regulation of social work profession and the professional body for social work are introduced. The student is introduced also to the range of different settings for professional practice. Module team/ author/ David Watson, Julia Stroud, Jackie Lelkes, Jem Price, Lindsay Hill coordinator(s) School School of Applied Social Science Site/ campus where delivered Falmer Course(s) for which module is appropriate and status on that course Course Status (mandatory/ compulsory/ optional) BSc (Hons) Social Work Mandatory

MODULE AIMS, ASSESSMENT AND SUPPORT Aims The aims of the module are: To introduce students to social work as a professional activity and as an academic discipline

To introduce students to the skills, roles, responsibilities and tasks of social work practice and to the concepts of professionalism, professional accountability, identity and professional leaderhsip

Module descriptor template: updated Aug 2012 To enable students to begin to understand service user/ carer perspectives and expertise and their needs for support, care and safeguarding

To introduce students to the HCPC Guidance on Conduct and Ethics for students, social work values, ethics and anti-discriminatory and anti- oppressive practice

To introduce students to the concept of reflective practice and enable them to reflect on their learning Learning outcomes On successful completion of the module the student will be able to demonstrate:

1. Introductory understanding of the skills, responsibilities, tasks and accountability of professional social work

2. Initial understanding of service user and carer needs and perspectives.

3. Appreciation of the range of agencies and organisations where social work is delivered, including appreciation of inter professional practice and collaboration

4. Awareness of HCPC Guidance on Conduct and Ethics for students, social work values, ethics and anti-discriminatory and anti oppressive practice

5. Initial skills in reflection, applied to learning about social work and professional practice.

6. Ability to produce clear, correctly referenced, written work. Content . The nature, purpose, remit and knowledge base of professional social work. Professional practice, professionalism, accountability, boundaries and identity, differentiated from the personal self

. Introduction to and outline of the professional skills, tasks, and processes, from engagement, through assessment of need, interventions, monitoring, review and evaluation of service provision. The role of supervision in practice.

. Five introductory ‘Developing skills for Practice’ days, focussing on initial skills learning, including in relation to engagement, communication, interviewing , assessment, observation

. Reflection and it’s place and importance in social work practice, learning and professional development

. The contemporary context of social work practice: the range of different organisations where a professional social work service is delivered, including inter-professional practice and context

. The range and needs of users of social work services and of carers

. HCPC Guidance on Conduct and Ethics for students, social work values, ethics and, drawing on sociological theories, issues of power and anti- discriminatory and anti-oppressive practice Learning support Core text Thompson N. (2009) Understanding Social Work, (Third Edition) Basingstoke, Palgrave Essential Reading Banks S (2012) Ethics and Values in Social Work (4th Edition) Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan

HCPC Guidance on Conduct and Ethics for students. London: HCPC

Horner N (2009) What is Social Work? Context and Perspectives. Exeter: Learning Matters

Lindsay T et al (2009) Social Work Intervention. Exeter: Learning Matters

Milner J and O’Byrne P (2009) Assessment in Social Work (3rd Edition) Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan

Parker J. and Bradley G. (2010) Social Work Practice: Assessment, planning, intervention and review. (3rd Edition) Exeter, Learning Matters

Thompson N (2012) Anti-Discriminatory Practice (5th Ed) Basingstoke: Palgrave

Thompson, N. & S. Thompson (2008) The Social Work Companion Basingstoke: Palgrave Macmillan

Teaching and learning activities Details of teaching and A variety of different learning and teaching strategies will be employed with learning activities the aim of affording students the opportunity to begin to develop understanding of the nature of professional practice, core social work skills, the organisational context of social work, including its inter-professional context, and of practice situations, realities and difficulties. There are 5 Developing Skills for Practice Days, delivered in the University, with service users and carers and practitioners, to enable students to undertake initial learning and skills development in relation to engagement, communication, interviewing , assessment, observation The acquisition of knowledge will be addressed through formal lectures, with regular small group Practice Tutorials affording the opportunity to clarify and apply knowledge to practice situations. Extensive use will be made of simulated case material and service users, carers and practitioners will contribute to learning and teaching. Inter professional learning will occur with medical students on professional practice and inter professional responses to service user/ carer need. Directed learning will build upon and extend these areas.

Learning and teaching on this module contributes to learning and assessment in relation to the College of Social Work’s Professional Capabilities Framework and the Health and Care Professions Councils’ Standards of Proficiency for Social Workers in England and Wales.

Allocation of study hours (indicative) Study hours Where 10 credits = 100 learning hours SCHEDULED Lectures / presentations 30

Small group Practice Tutorials 20

5 days Developing Skills for Practice 30

GUIDED INDEPENDENT STUDY Directed study 50

Personal study / assignment preparation 70

Module descriptor template: updated Aug 2012 PLACEMENT

TOTAL STUDY HOURS 200 Please note this must amount to 200 hours for a 20 credit module

Assessment tasks Details of assessment for this A 3000 word Professional Development Workbook, through which all module learning outcomes will be demonstrated.

The assessment will be marked on a percentage basis

The Workbook will enable student to demonstrate reflective understanding and development of learning in relation to the learning outcomes. Types of assessment task1 % weighting Indicative list of summative assessment tasks which lead to the award of credit or which are (or indicate if required for progression. component is pass/fail) WRITTEN

COURSEWORK 3000 word Professional Development Workbook 100% weighting

PRACTICAL

EXAMINATION INFORMATION Area examination board SASS Qualifying Social Work Examination Board – combined AEB, CEB Refer to Faculty Office for guidance in completing the following sections External examiners

Name Position and institution Date appointed Date tenure ends Dr Annabel Goodyer Principal Lecturer, London South 01/11/11 30/10/15 Bank University

QUALITY ASSURANCE Date of first approval 2011 Only complete where this is not the first version Date of last revision N/A Only complete where this is not the first version Date of approval for this February 2013 version Version number 2 Modules replaced Specify codes of modules for which this is a replacement

1 Set exercises,which assess the application of knowledge or analytical, problem-solving or evaluative skills, are included under the type of assessment most appropriate to the particular task. Available as free-standing module? Yes No X

Module descriptor template: updated Aug 2012