MA Social Work Practice MA/PGDip/PGCert

The Advanced Social Work Practice MA/PGDip/PGCert is designed for qualified social workers who wish to enhance their professional skills and capacity in reflection, supervision, and leadership. This programme enables practitioners to work at a specialist level, improving outcomes for service users. Students will gain an in-depth understanding of advanced theories, models, and methods of social work intervention, ensuring practice aligns with the Knowledge and Skills Statement (KSS) and regulatory body standards. The course is delivered part-time over 2-4 years, primarily online, allowing students to balance their professional commitments with academic development. Teaching staff bring extensive experience and strong links with local authorities and independent agencies. Upon graduation, students will be well-equipped to pursue specialist practitioner roles or advanced management positions. Please note that this programme is exclusively for those who already hold a professional social work qualification and are currently employed in the field.