HUMAN RIGHTS, LAW AND ETHICS IN SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE
SWP4LHE
2021
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will expand your knowledge base in the legal context of Australian social work practice and how human rights and ethical principles guide social work practice. Professional competency will be developed by applying ethical decision-making models to case studies by observing real courts or tribunals. Case studies will address issues of diversity and complexity in our society and guidance will be given on how to make decisions that conform to ethical, legal and professional requirements while respecting clients and their rights.
SchoolAllied Heath, Human Services & Sport
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorNatasha Long
Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 4 - UG/Hons/1st Yr PG
Available as ElectiveNo
Learning ActivitiesN/A
Capstone subjectNo
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students must be admitted into one of the following courses: HZSK OR HZSKB OR HZSKW OR HZSKM OR HZSKP AND must have passed SWP3UIO OR Students must be admitted in one the following courses: HMSK OR HMSKB OR HMSKW OR HMSKM OR HBCSVB OR HBCSVD OR HBCSVS OR HBCSVM OR HBCSVW OR HBCSV OR HBCSV OR HBCSW OR HBCSS OR HBCSM OR HBCSD OR HBCSB OR HBCS AND no other prerequisite rule applies
Co-requisitesN/A
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Quota Management StrategyN/A
Quota-conditions or rulesN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Minimum credit point requirementN/A
Assumed knowledgeN/A
Readings
In the Shadow of the Law: the Legal Context of Social Work Practice
Resource TypePrescribed
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AuthorRice, S & Day, A
Year2014
Edition/Volume3rd Ed
PublisherFEDERATION PRESS, NSW
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The Law Handbook
Resource TypeRecommended
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorFitzroy Legal Service
Year2020
Edition/VolumeN/A
PublisherFITZROY LEGAL SERVICE. FITZROY.
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Practice standards
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AuthorAASW
Year2013
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PublisherAUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS LTD, AUSTRALIA
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Latrobe Library - Digital Libguide - SWP4LHE:Human Rights Law and Ethics in Social Work
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AuthorLatrobe Library
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PublisherLATROBE LIBRARY
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AASW Code of ethics
Resource TypePrescribed
Resource RequirementN/A
AuthorAASW
Year2010
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PublisherAUSTRALIAN ASSOCIATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS LTD, AUSTRALIA
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Career Ready
Career-focusedNo
Work-based learningNo
Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A
Entire subject or partial subjectN/A
Total hours/days requiredN/A
Location of WBL activity (region)N/A
WBL addtional requirementsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
Graduate Capabilities
Intended Learning Outcomes
Subject options
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Albury-Wodonga, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNatasha Long
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 1.00 h unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Students required to complete a range of online activities and reading prior to attending weekly workshops.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 x 15 minute on-line quizzes (equivalent to 250 words per quiz)Four quizzes at key points during semester | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1500 word individual written assessmentIt is mandatory requirement of this subject that students observe one court or tribunal hearing as they are required to analyse court proceedings through observation of 'real life' legal matters. Analysis of court proceedings plus linking issues of access to justice as per the Justice report | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
2750 word written report comprising 750 word plan and 2000 word report750 word report provides plan for the final assessment that links relevant legislation, relevant sections from Code of Ethics and relevant Human Rights (10%). 2000 word report explores case study and focuses on ethical decision making (40%) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Bendigo, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorNatasha Long
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 1.00 h unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Students required to complete a range of online activities and reading prior to attending weekly workshops.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 x 15 minute on-line quizzes (equivalent to 250 words per quiz)Four quizzes at key points during semester | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1500 word individual written assessmentIt is mandatory requirement of this subject that students observe one court or tribunal hearing as they are required to analyse court proceedings through observation of 'real life' legal matters. Analysis of court proceedings plus linking issues of access to justice as per the Justice report | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
2750 word written report comprising 750 word plan and 2000 word report750 word report provides plan for the final assessment that links relevant legislation, relevant sections from Code of Ethics and relevant Human Rights (10%). 2000 word report explores case study and focuses on ethical decision making (40%) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Melbourne (Bundoora), 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPrue Atkins
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 1.00 h unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Students required to complete a range of online activities and reading prior to attending weekly workshops.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 x 15 minute on-line quizzes (equivalent to 250 words per quiz)Four quizzes at key points during semester | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1500 word individual written assessmentIt is mandatory requirement of this subject that students observe one court or tribunal hearing as they are required to analyse court proceedings through observation of 'real life' legal matters. Analysis of court proceedings plus linking issues of access to justice as per the Justice report | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
2750 word written report comprising 750 word plan and 2000 word report750 word report provides plan for the final assessment that links relevant legislation, relevant sections from Code of Ethics and relevant Human Rights (10%). 2000 word report explores case study and focuses on ethical decision making (40%) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Dandenong (Chisholm Institute), 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPrue Atkins
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 1.00 h unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Students required to complete a range of online activities and reading prior to attending weekly workshops.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 x 15 minute on-line quizzes (equivalent to 250 words per quiz)Four quizzes at key points during semester | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1500 word individual written assessmentIt is mandatory requirement of this subject that students observe one court or tribunal hearing as they are required to analyse court proceedings through observation of 'real life' legal matters. Analysis of court proceedings plus linking issues of access to justice as per the Justice report | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
2750 word written report comprising 750 word plan and 2000 word report750 word report provides plan for the final assessment that links relevant legislation, relevant sections from Code of Ethics and relevant Human Rights (10%). 2000 word report explores case study and focuses on ethical decision making (40%) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Mildura, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSean MacDermott
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 1.00 h unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Students required to complete a range of online activities and reading prior to attending weekly workshops.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 x 15 minute on-line quizzes (equivalent to 250 words per quiz)Four quizzes at key points during semester | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1500 word individual written assessmentIt is mandatory requirement of this subject that students observe one court or tribunal hearing as they are required to analyse court proceedings through observation of 'real life' legal matters. Analysis of court proceedings plus linking issues of access to justice as per the Justice report | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
2750 word written report comprising 750 word plan and 2000 word report750 word report provides plan for the final assessment that links relevant legislation, relevant sections from Code of Ethics and relevant Human Rights (10%). 2000 word report explores case study and focuses on ethical decision making (40%) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
Shepparton, 2021, Semester 1, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorPrue Atkins
Class requirements
Unscheduled Online ClassWeek: 10 - 22
Twelve 1.00 h unscheduled online class per study period on any day including weekend during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via online.
Students required to complete a range of online activities and reading prior to attending weekly workshops.
WorkShopWeek: 10 - 22
One 2.00 h workshop per week on weekdays during the day from week 10 to week 22 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Category | Contribution | Hurdle | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 x 15 minute on-line quizzes (equivalent to 250 words per quiz)Four quizzes at key points during semester | N/A | N/A | No | 20 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
1500 word individual written assessmentIt is mandatory requirement of this subject that students observe one court or tribunal hearing as they are required to analyse court proceedings through observation of 'real life' legal matters. Analysis of court proceedings plus linking issues of access to justice as per the Justice report | N/A | N/A | No | 30 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |
2750 word written report comprising 750 word plan and 2000 word report750 word report provides plan for the final assessment that links relevant legislation, relevant sections from Code of Ethics and relevant Human Rights (10%). 2000 word report explores case study and focuses on ethical decision making (40%) | N/A | N/A | No | 50 | SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4 |