Studying for your Social Work Apprenticeship
A Supportive Guide
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Publishing:8th Jan '26
£24.99
This title is due to be published on 8th January, and will be despatched as soon as possible.
This book is the first to support apprentices in navigating the Social Work Apprenticeship journey and developing the knowledge and skills necessary to become confident social workers.
Navigating the demands of an apprenticeship can be challenging. You are expected to understand multiple frameworks and standards while juggling university assignments and professional employment. Studying for your Social Work Apprenticeship is the first dedicated guide to support you through this unique journey. Packed with reflective activities and expert tips, this book will help you to build the knowledge and skills you need to become a confident social worker.
Inside, you will find guidance on:
Deepening your understanding of the social work apprentice role
Meeting apprenticeship requirements, including readiness for the End Point Assessment (EPA)
Applying theory to practice and developing reflective skills
Managing your wellbeing in an increasingly demanding profession
Aligning your learning with Social Work professional standards (2019) and BASW’s PCF framework (2018)
Written by a range of experienced professionals teaching and supporting apprentices, this book is an essential resource for anyone on the Social Work Apprenticeship programme.
This book provides the foundational knowledge for the Social Work Degree Apprenticeship. From maximising practice placements to honing critical thinking and reflection, it’s a must-read for those embarking on this rewarding journey. * Lawrence Badman-Richards, Programme Lead for the Social Work Degree Apprenticeship, University of Plymouth, UK *
An accessible book for all social work apprentices, covering key elements of the apprenticeship journey and the fundamentals of social work education. This is the perfect text for both apprentices returning to learning and those more familiar with higher education. I would thoroughly recommend. * Rowena Pyott, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, University of Lincoln, UK *
This is a holistic guide to the social work apprenticeship journey, which covers all you need to know and answers questions that come up again and again – with a little extra too. There are lots of reflection and tips on how to make the most of the learning – fantastic! * Sue Connell, Senior Lecturer in Social Work, Kingston University, UK *
This book is a significant contribution to preparing and supporting social work apprentices through their learning journey, providing links between off the job and on the job learning. A great contribution to this area. * David Mercer, Course Director for Social Work, Leeds Beckett University, UK *
ISBN: 9781350527638
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240 pages