SWM5108 Supervised professional practice 2

When you finish this unit, you should be able to:

1. 1

   Apply the AASW Code of Ethics to the practice context.

2. 2

   Identify the placement provider's legal and political context within the health and human services field.

3. 3

   Explain the legislation and social policies that influence the field of practice.

4. 4

   Articulate the theories and methods relevant to the placement context and critically reflect on their use and application.

5. 5

   Apply effective communication skills within the placement context.

6. 6

   Assume responsibility for self-learning and professional development while on placement.

7. 7

   Critically apply knowledge of assessment, intervention and referral skills to the field of practice.

8. 8

   Critically analyse different types of social research and their application to social work in the context of the placement setting.

9. 9

   Interpret and adapt knowledge of cultural diversity in order to work in a culturally responsive and inclusive manner in a social work context. Students must also provide evidence of completion of at least 500 hours of field placement.