Social Work (E85)

Social workers play a crucial role in supporting society's most deprived and vulnerable people. The work is highly challenging and deeply rewarding, requiring strong dedication and commitment. The OU offers a work-based distance learning route to the Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work, designed for working professionals. Our PGDip in Social Work (England) is approved by Social Work England (SWE). Successful completion of the programme enables graduates to apply for registration as qualified social workers with the regulatory body. In Scotland, social work students must meet the eligibility requirements for registration with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC). Graduates who complete the course can apply for registration as social workers with the SSSC, working in children’s, adult, or justice services. The course is open to both sponsored and independent students.

Key features of the 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