This module has been designed to prepare you to undertake the final module of the Social Work Degree Apprenticeship. The End Point Assessment is now the Award Board. of the BA (Hons) in Social Work Practice. The assessment framework has been specified by the Institute of Apprenticeships and the module will focus on meeting the learning outcomes through a number of practice-focussed learning days.

The teaching will be provided by a combination of higher education staff and also employers to ensure that a rounded approach to learning is promoted. Using the combined experience of academic staff and practitioners will prepare you for the duality of this module.

Assessment One - Scenario Exercise (2-hour workbook task plus 15 – 20 -minute discussion):
20-minute simulated role play using digital technology to recreate a case scenario.
The scenario exercise must enable the apprentice to demonstrate they work in a strengths-based way, are culturally competent and compliant with Knowledge and Skills Statements and Professional Capabilities Framework. It should contain evolving, complex and challenging case scenarios which include risk, abuse and/or exploitation.
In the remaining scenario time, apprentices will be asked to:
- Write an initial analysis.
- Write a response to two further written data/questions supplied, eg a review report/assessment, email with further information and respond appropriately, demonstrating analytical skills.
- Write a case record.

Assessment Two - The apprentice will take part in an assessment discussion with representatives from the learning provider, employer and experts by experience, chaired by the learning provider.
The discussion will last between 15-20 minutes and the apprentice can refer to copies of their his/her work from the Scenario Exercise, and other notes, as desired.
On completion of both elements, the Learning provider will award a percentage grade of and the academic board will then award a classification of Fail/3rd/2.2/2.1/1st.

1.On completion of this module, you will be able apply your knowledge of social work theories to provide an evidence base to your decision making using the relevant legal frameworks, applying them to assessments and intervention and incorporating risk management and safeguarding principles to recognise signs of abuse, harm or neglect.

PS3. 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 3.5, 3.12,
PS4. 4.4

(PCF 4; 5; 7; 8)

KSB; 3.S5,¿5.K1,¿5.K4,¿5.S3,¿4.S10, 3.S3, 3.S5,¿4.S9,¿3.S1¿
1.Knowledge and Understanding
2.Learning
5.Problem Solving
7. Application

2. On completion of this module, you will be able to evidence your skills in working with others both inter-professionally and directly with services users, incorporating the values and ethics of social work practice to achieve a positive outcome while recognising the impact of the organisation in terms of decision making and provision of services.

PS1. 1.3
PS3. 3.6, 3.9
PS4. 4.1

(PCF 1; 2;7; 8)

KSB; 1.S3,1.S5,¿1.S6¿, 7.S1,¿7.S3¿
6.Communication
7.Application
1.Knowledge and Understanding

3.On completion of this module, you will be able to demonstrate your skills in acting autonomously to meet professional standards, evidencing a professional curiosity to ensure a holistic and informed intervention where your interpersonal communication shows a respectful, honest and empathic approach to others.

PS2. 2.4
PS3. 3.3, 3.9, 3.15
PS4. 4.5
PS6. 6.2

(PCF 1; 2; 7; 9)

KSB; 6.S4,¿4.S1,2.S2, 5.S1¿
3.Enquiry
6.Communication

4. On completion of this module, you will be able to identify the behaviours expected of a professional social worker and critically reflect on the importance of using Anti-Discriminatory and Anti-Oppressive approaches in social work practice.

PS1. 1.2, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7
PS2. 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5

(PCF 2; 3;4; 6)

KSB; 6.S2,7.S2,4.S5,¿4.S4,¿ 1.S3,¿4.S5¿,8.S3¿
4.Analysis
8.Reflection
2.Learning

Direct learning through lectures and workshops
Indirect learning through on-line resources and journals
Associated learning through group discussions with peers and external professionals.

Keen, S. et al (2016) Newly Qualified Social Workers: Practice Guide to Assessed and Supported Year in Employment. Sage Publications. London
Bogg, D and Challis, M (2016) Evidencing CPD. Critical Publishing. St Albans
Healy, K and Mulholland, J (2019) Writing Skills for Social Workers. 3rd Ed. Sage Publications. London
Rogers, R and Allen, D (2019) Applying Critical Thinking and Analysis in Social Work. Sage Publications. London

App called ‘ReferenceMe’. https://refme.co/ It is available in Apple and Android formats.

Institute of Apprenticeship integrated degree standards- https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/social-worker-integrated-degree-v1-1

Social Work England Professional Standards
https://www.socialworkengland.org.uk/standards/professional-standards/

Social Work England Behaviours and Values
https://www.socialworkengland.org.uk/about/our-behaviours-and-values/