GraduatePsychology
Graduate Certificate in Social Work
University of Sydney, Sydney, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Graduate Certificate in Social Work at the University of Sydney is an entry point into the University's Master of Social Work (Qualifying), building the values and practices needed for professional social work in health, community services or the non-government sector. Core units cover practice with Indigenous Australians, mental health, child protection, violence against women and social exclusion, addressing the key priority areas identified by the AASW accreditation process.
The course suits students aiming to work in mental health, women's services, corrections, disability support, child and family services, migrant and refugee services or international development, with a pathway to progress into the full master's degree.
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Admissions
Admission to candidature for the Master of Social Work (Qualifying) requires: a relevant Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification; and evidence of the ability to meet the required prerequisite knowledge in relation to human development and of society; and evidence of relevant employment history in human and community services industry (generally evidence of at least 2 years is required). In exceptional circumstances, the Dean may admit applicants without a bachelor's degree who, in the opinion of the faculty, have qualifications and evidence of experience and achievement sufficient to successfully undertake the award. This may include evidence through publications or authorship of official documents.
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