Attributes, outcomes and skills: Specialist Certificate in Advanced Social Work (SC-ASW)

Intended learning outcomes

This course prepares qualified social workers for specialist roles in the health, mental health and human services sector.
The course:

provides graduates with the theoretical and advanced skill base for working with individuals, families, communities and organisations
prepares graduates for leadership roles in their field of social work practice
engages students in critical reflection of their own practice development

Graduates of the course will have the following attributes. They should:

be practically grounded and socially responsible
be distinguished by their broad outlook and openness to different perspectives
have well-developed research and reasoning skills that equip them to be influential citizens with high leadership potential
have the ability to engage with national and global issues
show awareness of the social and cultural diversity in communities and be able to work collaboratively with people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds
demonstrate high levels of self-awareness and value their personal integrity and well-being
have in-depth knowledge of their specialist discipline and skills in examining issues with multiple disciplinary perspectives
be critical, creative thinkers with strong reasoning skills
apply knowledge, information and research skills to complex problems in a range of contexts
be effective oral and written communicators
be entrepreneurial and innovative thought-leaders
bring research and inquiry skills to challenges in their workplaces and communities
be lifelong learners who generate bold and novel ideas by critically evaluating alternative possibilities and viewpoints
have high regard for human rights, social inclusion, ethics and the environment
have an understanding of and deep respect for Indigenous knowledge, culture and values

Last updated: 30 January 2024