Social Work

Social workers play a vital role in supporting society’s most vulnerable people. Our work-based, distance-learning route to the Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work is designed for professionals seeking to advance their careers. In England, the programme is approved by Social Work England (SWE), and successful graduates can apply for registration as qualified social workers. In Scotland, students who meet eligibility requirements can apply for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) to work in children’s, adult or justice services. Both eligible sponsored and independent students are welcome to apply and take the next step in their social work career.

Why choose this course

• Approved as a social work qualifying award in England by Social Work England (SWE) and in Scotland by the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC)
• Includes two substantive work-based practice placements supervised by a practice educator
• Equips you to engage in critical and reflective professional practice, according to the Standards for Social Work Education and Codes of Practice and Conduct for the nation in which you train

You can progress from this Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work to our MA in Social Work (F80).