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Basics and tasks of social workLaajuus (5 cr)

Course unit code: SO00DP57

General information


Credits
5 cr

Objective

You are able to analyze the structure of professional social work and know that the profession of Bachelor of Social Services is part of global field of social work.
You know the history of social work practice and are able to identify the future challenges of social work.
You have knowledge of different work orientations in promoting wellbeing in the field of social services.

Content

What is the structure of professional social work and the role of Bachelor of Social Services in the field of social services?
How social work is developed and what are the main future challenges?
What are the main social work orientations and practices in promoting wellbeing of individuals and communities?

Evaluation

a. Use professional vocabulary systematically.
b. Look for information in the key information sources of the field.
c. Identify interrelated tasks.

Materials

Wellbeing and its’ challenges

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