Bachelor of Social Work
OP7400
Closed to new enrolments
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As part of this qualification you need to attend a number of compulsory workshops, noho marae and practica. These include:
Noho marae are held in the Wellington area. Workshops are held at the Open Polytechnic campus in Lower Hutt.
If you need to travel to attend noho marae and workshops, you need to cover your own travel costs. Accommodation is provided for the noho marae, but you need to cover your accommodation costs for workshops.
You do not need to work in a social work agency while studying, but we strongly encourage you to volunteer in one if you can. This will give you ongoing opportunities to:
Note: Voluntary work does not count towards the practica days required as part of this qualification.
As part of this qualification you need to complete, and be assessed on, 120 days of supervised practice. You will do practicum placements as part of the following courses:
Practica requirements:
If you are employed in social service work you may be able to complete a maximum of one practicum in your place of work.
The type of agency where you complete your practicum are decided on a case-by-case basis by the Programme Leader, in consultation with you and the agency.
Getting a a practicum placement is dependent on a number of factors:
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