The Master of Social Work (Qualifying) course is designed to develop graduates into self-sufficient, versatile and innovative social work practitioners. This course enhances beginner practitioners’ abilities to assess clients, situations and environments effectively for a successful career in social work. Emphasising inclusivity, diversity, and cultural safety, the program ensures a comprehensive understanding of social work principles. The curriculum integrates resources, activities and authentic assessments to cultivate critical professional practice skills. You will learn to apply core social work competencies across diverse professional contexts, managing complex and specialised environments. The course also provides training in developing solutions that demonstrate leadership and project management within social work practice. Accredited by the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), graduates will be eligible for AASW membership upon completion.
Course Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Social Work (qualifying) will be able to:
- Appraise clients, situations, and environments for a career in the field of social work.
- Integrate core social work competencies into their professional practice.
- Developing solutions to manage complex and specialised environments
- Critically evaluate their own professional practice.
- Integrate social work practice frameworks, industry standards, policies, legislation, and ethical behaviours into their professional practice.
- Design solutions that demonstrate project management and leadership skills in social work practice.
Graduate Attributes
SCEI-HE graduates are distinguished by their:
- Adaptability and Independence: Demonstrating flexibility and a commitment to lifelong learning.
- Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking: Applying their knowledge and skills to address complex issues
- Research Competence: Proficient in academic research methodologies.
- Effective Communication: Excelling in both spoken and written English.
- Teamwork Skills: Collaborating effectively within diverse teams
- Technological Proficiency: Competent in using modern technology to enhance their work.
Pathways for Employment and Further study
Graduates of this course may find employment or undertake further study in any of the following:
For professional employment in:
- Health
- Youth and family
- Community development
- Human resources.
- Policy and advocacy
- Child protection
- Dispute mediation
- Industrial relations: and
- Migration advice
Further postgraduate education:
- Doctoral studies
SCEI-HE Student Life
At SCEI-HE, we recognise that student experiences are just as crucial as educational outcomes. Often, a student’s personal experience and academic performance are interdependent. To support our students holistically, SCEIHE offers referrals to a variety of services:
- Counselling
- Student welfare
- Student legal services
- Academic support
- Muslim prayer rooms and multi-faith spaces
- Living and studying in Australia information
- English Language and Academic Writing Support
