Build on your existing qualification in a related field and prepare yourself for a career as a practicing social worker with this professional masters degree. Programme overview This programme is designed for those who want to become a qualified social worker. If you already hold a bachelors degree with study in a relevant discipline such as social science, sociology, psychology, health science or human services then this programme can offer you a two-year pathway into the profession. You will gain essential knowledge and understanding of the values, theories and interventions that underpin social work practice. The programme will teach the skills to be a critical and reflective practitioner who is able to contribute to any field of social work practice. Programme structure The two-year programme includes lectures, discussion, student presentations, skills laboratories, group work, individual research and investigation, practicum placements and self-directed study. The strong practical focus to this programme will enable you to participate in 120 days of supervised practicum work in the community. Where could this programme take you? This programme is designed to lead you into a career as a registered social worker. For those who already have work experience in the field and a related undergraduate degree, but do not hold a formal social work qualification, this is an effective pathway to increase your salary and career opportunities. Jobs related to this programme Case worker for Child Youth and Family Community development officer Policy adviser Probation officer Social worker Social worker for a District Health Board Youth worker