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Access to Social Work Level 3

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  • Hours: 15 hours per week, 36 weeks
  • Next start date: September
  • Course Location: Lewisham Way
  • Who it's for: Adult Learners 19+

Is this course for me?

This course suits those interested in social work or youth and community courses but who do not have the required qualifications.  You need at least 2 years' appropriate formal or informal experience.

What will I study?

This course explores a broad variety of social work provision and practice. Work experience is an important component of this course.

There are the following compulsory subjects:

  • Communications
  • Developmental psychology
  • Numeracy and ITskills
  • Social policy
  • Social work provision and practice
  • Sociology
What can I do next?

This can lead to the opportunity for higher level study, such as a social work degree or a combined degree in social work and nursing, youth and community work or employment in related areas.

What are the entry requirements?

You will need to have at least one year of relevant work experience in this field and to have completed a relevant Level 2 qualification with merit or equivalent grade.  Mature students without qualifications will be offered an assessment and interview. We will also require you to have a Criminal Records Bureau check.

How will I be assessed?

Assessment is by assignments, Time constrained exams .  Students also meet regularly with tutors to help plan studies and discuss progress.

What will it cost?

Course fee: £1370 Exam fee: £180