swp5ppc professional practice c
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE C
SWP5PPC
2017
Credit points: 45
Subject outline
In this subject students are provided with experiential learning opportunities to further integrate theory with practice, to demonstrate appropriate professional relationships, and gain working knowledge of organisational contexts. Through this professionally supervised practice experience students will be provided with constructive feedback on their performance and will be challenged to critically self-reflect on their effectiveness. Students will have opportunities to further develop skills in basic interviewing, assessment and intervention processes required for practice along with skills in research. Professional competencies will be developed across seven key learning areas and will be assessed against the standard of competency at a beginning level with support.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points45
Subject Co-ordinatorNatasha Long
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students enrolled in course HZSK, HZSKB, HZSKW, HZSKM( BHS&MSW), HZHSK, HZHSKB, HZHSKW,HSHSKM must have passed all subjects from (SWP5APC, SWP5FPC, SWP5IIC, SWP5SPA, SWP5PPA). Students enrolled in course HMSK, HMSKB, HMSKW, HMSKM (MSW) HMHSK, HMHSKB, HMHSKW, HMHSKM must have passed all subjects from (SWP5APC, SWP5FPC, SWP5IIC, SWP5SPA, SWP5PPB).
Co-requisites Students enrolled in course HZSK, HZSKB, HZSKW, HZSKM (BHS&MSW), HZHSK, HZHSKB, HZHSKW, HZHSKM must be enrolled in SWP5LSW at the same time. Students enrolled in course HMSK, HMSKB, HMSKW, HMSKM (MSW), HMHSK, HMHSKB, HMHSKW, HMHSKM must be enrolled in SWP5LSW at the same time.
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Learning resources
Readings
| Resource Type | Title | Resource Requirement | Author and Year | Publisher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Readings | Fieldwork in the human services | Preliminary | Cooper, L and Briggs, L (eds), 2000 | ALLEN & UNWIN |
| Readings | Making the most of field placement | Preliminary | Cleak, H and Wilson, J 2013 | CENGAGE |
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Competently perform a range of social work tasks at the level expected of a new graduate by applying social work knowledge and skills in an integrated manner.
- Activities:
- Students will undertake social work assessment, intervention, referral and evaluation tasks with minimal support from the Field Educator. They will have the opportunity to work collaboratively in professional teams and utilise research skills and knowledge to identify researchable issues within practice. Throughout their placement students will utilise and demonstrate clear and effective inter-personal communication skills.
02. Critically evaluate social work practice strengths and identify future learning needs/goals as a first year social work practitioner
- Activities:
- Through effective use of supervision students will be given opportunities to demonstrate a process of critical self-reflection and recognise and understand their own assumptions and values and how these may impact on practice.
03. Evaluate the impact of organisational factors upon practice.
- Activities:
- During placement students will describe some of the current debates, social issues/and or politics that influence the placement field of practice. They will also be given opportunity to reflect on how organisational policies and procedures including duty of care, risk-management, and the legal rights of consumers have influenced their practice
04. Identify a range of their professional skills and how these apply to the AASW Practice Standards.
- Activities:
- While on placement, students will Identify professional behaviours that have enhanced their social work practice and describe which professional values and ethics informed their professional practice. Students will also articulate specific skills and knowledge learning goals for their first year as a social work practitioner.
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2017, Week 35-50, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorCorina Modderman
Class requirements
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 35 - 50
One 5.0 days placement - off site per week on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
"14-week (70 days) professional placement."
Lecture
Two 2.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via blended.
"2 lectures (2 hours each) of preparatory lectures are required prior to placement. Face-to-face and on-line"
Unscheduled Online Class
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day and delivered via online.
"On-line modules to be completed prior to commencing placement."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final placement assessment portfolio equiv to 5,500 words with student contribution of 3,500 | To pass a first placement, students must at least reach a level of "beginning capability" for all areas assessed in the portfolio. Subject is Pass/Fail grade only | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Mid-placement skills and knowledge assessment (equivalent to 1,500 words) | Formative feedback on this task identifies areas of achievement and the areas for further development for the remainder of the placement | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Bendigo, 2017, Week 35-50, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNatasha Long
Class requirements
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 35 - 50
One 5.0 days placement - off site per week on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
"14-week (70 days) professional placement."
Lecture
Two 2.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via blended.
"2 lectures ( 2 hours each) of preparatory lectures are required prior to placement. Face-to-face and online"
Unscheduled Online Class
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via online.
"On-line modules to be completed prior to placement."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final placement assessment portfolio equiv to 5,500 words with student contribution of 3,500 | To pass a first placement, students must at least reach a level of "beginning capability" for all areas assessed in the portfolio. Subject is Pass/Fail grade only | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Mid-placement skills and knowledge assessment (equivalent to 1,500 words) | Formative feedback on this task identifies areas of achievement and the areas for further development for the remainder of the placement | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Week 35-50, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMaureen Long
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online Class
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day and delivered via online.
"On-line modules to be completed prior to commencing placement."
Lecture
Two 2.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via blended.
"2 lectures (2 hours each) of preparatory lectures are required prior to placement. Face-to-face and on-line"
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 35 - 50
One 5.0 days placement - off site per week on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
"14-week (70 days) professional placement."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final placement assessment portfolio equiv to 5,500 words with student contribution of 3,500 | To pass a first placement, students must at least reach a level of "beginning capability" for all areas assessed in the portfolio. Subject is Pass/Fail grade only | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Mid-placement skills and knowledge assessment (equivalent to 1,500 words) | Formative feedback on this task identifies areas of achievement and the areas for further development for the remainder of the placement | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Mildura, 2017, Week 35-50, Day
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorAlison Cupper
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online Class
One 2.0 hours unscheduled online class other recurrence on any day including weekend during the day and delivered via online.
"On-line modules to be completed prior to commencing placement."
Lecture
Two 2.0 hours lecture other recurrence on weekdays during the day and delivered via blended.
"2 lectures (2 hours each) of preparatory lectures are required prior to placement. Face-to-face and on-line"
Placement - Off SiteWeek: 35 - 50
One 5.0 days placement - off site per week on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
"14-week (70 days) professional placement."
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final placement assessment portfolio equiv to 5,500 words with student contribution of 3,500 | To pass a first placement, students must at least reach a level of "beginning capability" for all areas assessed in the portfolio. Subject is Pass/Fail grade only | 70 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
| Mid-placement skills and knowledge assessment (equivalent to 1,500 words) | Formative feedback on this task identifies areas of achievement and the areas for further development for the remainder of the placement | 30 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |