Compulsory placements (Work Based Learning)
During this course, you will participate in supervised Work Based Learning (WBL) placements designed to allow you to practice newly acquired skills, behaviours and knowledge while integrating theory with practice. The placements will immerse you in professional work culture, enabling you to develop and further enhance your skills. WBL provides you with the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience at one or more of our local, interstate or international industry partners or agencies. Placements are sourced and arranged by the University. In keeping with the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards (ASWEAS), students will undertake a 500 hour placement in both the 1st and 2nd year of the course. Students may incur additional costs and it may be necessary to travel or relocate to complete a specific placement. Please refer to the individual subject entries for more information. In the Master of Social Work (Child and Family Practice) you will have an opportunity to participate in an earn and learn model.
Graduates will take up social work positions in a range of settings in the child and family services' sector including:
The Master of Social Work (Child and Family Practice) has provisional accreditation from the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW). It is an entry qualification into the social work profession and has been determined to meet the Australian Social Work Education and Accreditation Standards. Professional membership may require an application to the professional body and may have additional or ongoing requirements beyond the completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.