Are you passionate about making a difference? Would you like to help people in need and make a positive impact to those who need it the most? If so, study our Social Work Degree Apprenticeship.

The Social Work Degree Apprenticeship programme has been designed in partnership with both employers and those with lived experience. The course aligns to Social Work Englands professional standards and the social work degree apprenticeship standard (IFATE). This apprenticeship will develop your confidence as a practitioner and build your resilience. We'll support you to develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed to work in the rapidly changing social work sector.

The mix of learning and working enables you to apply what you've learnt in the workplace which improves your understanding of the theory.

This social work qualification is generic, meaning you could work in a wide range of settings including, but not limited to:

• Children Services
• Adult services
• Mental health
• Disability services

In year one you'll be encouraged to think about how to prepare for social work practice and gain knowledge on social work theory, methods, skills and values. You'll learn about legal principles and safeguarding and will improve your communication skills though experiential learning. You'll also enhance your understanding about social justice and learn about theoretical perspectives.

In year two you will study three specialist modules where you'll think critically about working with children, young people and families, adults and those who experience mental health difficulties.

In year three you will learn more about relationship-based practice and research and will understand how research informs social work practice.

Why study with us

• On completion of this degree, youll be eligible to apply to Social Work England for registration as a social worker.
• Youll benefit from our experience as the largest provider of social work education in the UK - and a wealth of staff experience and resources.
• In the latest Research Excellence Framework 83% of Social Work's research is rated world-leading and internationally excellent.

Why choose a Degree Apprenticeship?

With a Degree Apprenticeship you can achieve both a qualification and a career boost. Its the perfect opportunity to develop your knowledge, skills and behaviours in the workplace as you earn a salary.

Your employer is invested in your learning, you'll be given support from both them and the university to achieve your full potential and gain a qualification in social work.

Who is this course for?

Youll want to gain a professional qualification and work as a social worker. You may want to work in childrens services, adult services, mental health or disability services. You will want to make a difference to those in need.

You will need to be in suitable employment in order to apply for the apprenticeship and will need to have full support from your employer.

Future careers and job role

As a graduate from our Social Work Degree Apprenticeship programme youll be eligible to apply to join the Social Work Register and practice as a social worker.

This is a generic award so there are many different opportunities within the social work sector. You may choose to pursue a career in a Local Authority or the voluntary or private sector.

You may be offered a social work position in your current work place or be able to explore different opportunities through your current employer.