Introductory description

This module has been designed to support apprentices in returning to, or beginning, an academic journey at the level of an undergraduate degree in qualifying social work. It will explore ways in which people are able to demonstrate competence and achievement across the course, develop their applied understanding and promote reflective models of learning.

Module aims

Outline syllabus

This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.

Module Launch and Introduction – What are Work-Based Learning, and Lifelong Learning? Reflective. Practice In Qualifying Social Work.
Learning Styles and Study Skills – Theory and Practice.
E-Learning and The Use Of Academic Technology in Social Work.
Introduction to Academic Writing for Qualifying Social Work.
Critical Writing in Social Work.
Assignment Preparation Time and Submission Of Assignment Due.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the module, students should be able to:

• Describe the core components of work-based learning.
• Identify knowledge of different learning styles, and awareness of self-learning.
• Record the types of learning materials necessary to evidence applied learning in social work education.
• Recognise development goals for the course and future profession.

Indicative reading list

Reading lists can be found in Talis

Specific reading list for the module

Subject specific skills

Apprentices will be able to describe core components of work-based learning. Identify knowledge of different learning styles, and awareness of self-learning. Record the types of learning materials necessary to evidence applied learning in social work education. Recognise development goals for the course and future profession.

Transferable skills

These include appropriate listening and communication skills, self-awareness, emotional intelligence/empathy, problem solving, time management/organisational skills.