Studying online

There are now 3 possible online modes for units:

Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.

Units available in Online Restricted mode have been adapted for online study only for those students who require the unit to complete their studies and who are unable to attend campus owing to exceptional circumstances beyond their control. To be enrolled in a unit in Online Restricted mode, students should contact their Student Advising Office through askUWA

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Unit Overview

Description

This unit explores the position of children, young and older people in society and aims to equip students with particular social work knowledges, skills, and practice standards for working with children, young and older people in families. Students will identify policies and legislation guiding practice with families and understand the workings of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Children. Diverse perspectives and how they shape and inform human service professional assessments with children, young and older people in families are explored. By critically reflecting on the evidence base, students will develop and add to their practice approaches when working with children, young and older people in families.

Credit
6 points
Offering
AvailabilityLocationModeFirst year of offer
Not available in 2023
Outcomes

Students are able to (1) critically examine the place of children, young and older people in society; (2) apply a cultural lens to working with children, young and older people; (3) demonstrate critical reflection on one's own values, skills, and knowledges when working with families; and (4) create a child-friendly practice approach.

Assessment

Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) critical reflection and (2) case study - practical demonstration and written assessment. Further information is available in the unit outline.

Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.

Unit rules
Prerequisites
Enrolment in
BH017 Bachelor of Social Work (Honours)
and Successful completion of
48 points
Contact hours
Lectures
Tutorials
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