Consolidation Programme for Newly Qualified Social Workers
Cardiff Metropolitan UniversityCardiff, United Kingdom
Course overview
The Consolidation Programme is a professionally regulated programme and forms part of the first three years in practice framework for all newly qualified Social Workers. The guidance for this period is outlined in the SCW (2019) document ‘The first three years in practice – a framework for newly-qualified social workers’ induction and continuing professional development.
Key highlights
- Professionally regulated programme for newly qualified social workers
- Forms part of the first three years in practice framework
- Follows Social Care Wales guidance on induction and continuing development
Entry requirements
The criteria for admission on to the programme are that the applicant is: A qualified social worker and on the Register of Social Care Wales, or Social Work England, or the Scottish Social Services Council or the Northern Ireland Social Care Council, (and then be required to remain on the Register to obtain an award). Currently in practice (and / or can access practice learning opportunities to meet the learning and assessment needs of the intended modules of study). In most instances this is evidenced by employer and / or line manager support.
Normally nominated and supported by their employing agencies, who must give written confirmation that candidates will be released to attend the course, and that they will be provided with adequate support for the module(s) undertaken, e.g., assessor for any direct observations required. Submits an application via the appropriate University application forms and come through the relevant Local Authority. Has completed the First Year in Practice r
Scholarships
Alumni Discount
The Alumni Discount offers a 20% discount on Cardiff Met courses for previous graduates who are enrolling onto postgraduate programmes from September 2026.
Up to 20% of feesFull Fee Discount
Award: Up to £1,000
MBA Scholarship
Award: Up to £4,000.
Sport Scholarships
Undergraduate – Home student (UK): £7,000; Undergraduate – International student: £11,000; Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £2,000 + alumni discount Postgraduate alumni – Home student (UK) £4,200.
Undergraduate Scholarship
Award: £2,500
Up to £2,500Vice Chancellor Scholarship
Award: Up to £3,500
Careers this course leads to
- Social Worker
- Children and Families Social Worker
- Adult Services Social Worker
- Mental Health Social Worker
- Senior Social Worker
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Cardiff Metropolitan University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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