306128 (v.1) SW 265 - Field Practice 1

Area:

Department of Social Work and Social Policy

Credits:

75.0

Contact Hours:

32.0

Other:

1 x 30 Hours Weekly

Studio:

1 x 2 Hours Fortnightly

Prerequisite(s):

    1638 (v.7) Behavioural Science 171 or any previous version
    OR
    13019 (v.2) Psychology 123 or any previous version
AND
306125 (v.1) SW 126 - Introduction to Social Work Context and Practice or any previous version
AND
306126 (v.1) Social Policy and Welfare 101 or any previous version
AND
306127 (v.1) SW 127 - Practice Methods in Social Work or any previous version

Co Requisite(s):

10016 (v.5) SW 231- Statutory Work or any previous version

Syllabus:

A field placement of four days per week for 180 weeks (70 days in total) in a human service agency under the supervision of an approved field instructor. Focus on integration of social work theory and classroom based learning with learning through practice and reflection. Development of a range of social work competencies primarily related to direct service to individuals, families and small groups.

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Articulated an understanding of the purpose and role of the placement organisation and its relationship to the broader social, economic and political context, and to critically analyse the organisations role from a number of perspectives. Identified the appropriate function and role of the social worker within the placement organisation and utilise this understanding to provide a social work service. Identified and applied social work theories and theoretical perspectives from the social and behavioural sciences in practice situations. Developed and implemented a plan of social work intervention.Demonstrated at a beginnning level core social work skills with particular reference to working with individuals, families and small groups, including - interpersonal skills, advocacy and negotiation skills, assessment, referral, termination and evaluation skills, planning and administration skills, writing and recording skills, teamwork skills. Located and utilised community resources relevant to the clients support systems. Understood and applied values and ethics of social work in the practice setting.

Text and references listed above are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information.

Unit References:

Goldstein, H. (1990), The Knowledge Base of Social Work Practice: Theory, Wisdom, Analogue or Art? Families in Society, January. Patford, J. (2000), Can I Do Social Work and Do What I Want To? Students Perception of Significant Learning Incidents During Practice. Australian social work, Vol 53. Pease, B. and Fook, J. (eds.) (1999), Transforming Social Work Practice: Post-Modern Critical Perspectives. Sydney, Allen and Unwin. Slocombe, G. (1991), A Framework for Understanding the Liaison Processes, Australian Social Work, Vol 44. Solas, J. (1991), Adult Learners and Their Educators, Australian Social Work. Clare, M. (2001), Thinking Systemically about Fieldwork Education - a Third Way, Australian Social Work, Vol 55.

Unit Texts:

Cooper, L. and Briggs, L. (2000), Fieldwork in the Human Services. Australia, Allen and Unwin. O'Connor, I., Wilson, J. and Setterlund, D. (1998), Social Work and Welfare Practice. Australia, Longman.

Year	Location	Period	Internal	Area External	Central External
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2004	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y
2004	Bentley Campus	Summer Period	Y