Social Work (Degree Apprenticeship) BA (Hons)
University of ChesterUniversity Centre Warrington, United Kingdom
Course overview
Join us for an Applicant Day to meet current students, learn more about the University and get a taste of student life so you can decide if Chester is right for you. The Social Work Degree Apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to complete the social work qualification whilst working within a relevant social care setting. The academic teaching includes in-person lectures, assessed placements, learning in the workplace and directed study.
The placements take place within your employing organisation.
Key highlights
- Gain the social work qualification while working in social care
- Teaching combines in-person lectures, workplace learning and directed study
- Assessed placements take place within your employing organisation
Entry requirements
- IELTS: 6 — 6.0 IELTS Academic 6.0 overall (min 5.5 in each sub-skill) or approved SELT equivalent
Careers this course leads to
- Social Worker
- Children and Families Social Worker
- Adult Social Worker
- Mental Health Social Worker
Cost of study
UK/Home: Employer funded — More on UK fees
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 University of Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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