swp5lsw leadership in social work
LEADERSHIP IN SOCIAL WORK
SWP5LSW
2017
Credit points: 15
Subject outline
In this subject you will be assisted to draw upon the audit of their individual skills and knowledge which you have studied during the course. You will be assisted to review the role of social work and social workers in promoting effective social work practice, social polices and social change in national and international communities. The focus is upon understanding leadership theories and applying this to the purpose, values, knowledge and practice of social work. Your understanding of diversity and inequality will be expanded and you will be assisted to explore the above concepts within fields of practice.
SchoolSchool of Allied Health
Credit points15
Subject Co-ordinatorMargarita Frederico
Available to Study Abroad StudentsYes
Subject year levelYear Level 5 - Masters
Exchange StudentsYes
Subject particulars
Subject rules
Prerequisites Students enrolled in course HZSK, HZSKB, HZSKW, HZSKM(BHS&MSW), HZHSK, HZHSKB, HZHSKW, HSHSKM must have passed all subjects from (SWP5APC, SWP5FPC, SWP5IIC, SWP5SPA, SWP5PPA). Students enrolled in course HMSK, HMSKB, HMSKW, HMSKM (MSW) HMHSK, MHSKB, MHSKW, MHSKM must have passed all subjects from (SWP5APC, SWP5FPC, SWP5IIC, SWP5SPA, SWP5PPB).
Co-requisites Students enrolled in course HZSK, HZSKB, HZSKW, HZSKM (BHS&MSW), HZHSK, HZHSKB, HZHSKW, HZHSKM must be enrolled in SWP5PPC at the same time. Students enrolled in course HMSK, HMSKB, HMSKW, HMSKM (MSW), HMHSK, HMHSKB, HMHSKW, HMHSKM must be enrolled in SWP5PPD at the same time.
Incompatible subjectsN/A
Equivalent subjectsN/A
Special conditionsN/A
Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes
01. Critically reflect on yourself as a social worker in the context of your profession . Identify how you operationalise your knoweldge values and skills in your work
- Activities:
- Audit of knowledge skills and values
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
02. Utilise crticial reflection on social work leaders to acheive the purpose of social work in your own practice.
- Activities:
- Identifying social work leaders and analysing their work and their impact on change
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
03. Critically analyse your own approach to leadership and to being a change agent through use of your knowledge skills and values in promoting the purpose of social work in the community and draw upon your learnings to lidentify how you can lead and bring about social change
- Activities:
- Exploring theories of leadership and their application to social work and to your own approach to leadership in social work and presenting your findings at a conference
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Discipline -Specific Knowledge and Skills(Discipline-Specific Knowledge and Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
04. Analyse and evaluate leadership theories and approaches and their application to social work
- Activities:
- Applying leadership theories ethics and values in social work
- Related graduate capabilities and elements:
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Literacies and Communication Skills(Writing,Speaking,Cultural Literacy)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Inquiry and Analytical Skills(Critical Thinking,Creative Problem-solving,Inquiry/Research)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
- Personal and Professional Skills(Teamwork including leadership and working in groups,Autonomy and independence,Ethical behaviour,Adaptability Skills,Study and Learning Skills)
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Albury-Wodonga, 2017, Week 39-02, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorVirginia Mansel Lees
Class requirements
Block Mode
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
Lecture
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShop
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Albury-Wodonga, 2017, Week 37-52, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorVirginia Mansel Lees
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 37 - 52
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
LectureWeek: 37 - 52
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 37 - 52
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Albury-Wodonga, 2017, Week 35-50, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorVirginia Mansel Lees
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 35 - 50
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
LectureWeek: 35 - 50
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 35 - 50
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Bendigo, 2017, Week 39-02, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorFiona Gardner
Class requirements
Block Mode
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
Lecture
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShop
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Bendigo, 2017, Week 37-52, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorFiona Gardner
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 37 - 52
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
LectureWeek: 37 - 52
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 37 - 52
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Bendigo, 2017, Week 35-50, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorFiona Gardner
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 35 - 50
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
LectureWeek: 35 - 50
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 35 - 50
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Week 39-02, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMargarita Frederico
Class requirements
Block Mode
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
Lecture
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShop
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Week 37-52, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMargarita Frederico
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 37 - 52
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
LectureWeek: 37 - 52
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 37 - 52
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Melbourne, 2017, Week 35-50, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorMargarita Frederico
Class requirements
Block ModeWeek: 35 - 50
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
LectureWeek: 35 - 50
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
WorkShopWeek: 35 - 50
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Mildura, 2017, Week 39-02, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorFiona Gardner
Class requirements
WorkShop
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Lecture
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
Block Mode
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Mildura, 2017, Week 37-52, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentNo
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorFiona Gardner
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 37 - 52
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 37 - 52
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
Block ModeWeek: 37 - 52
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 37 to week 52 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |
Mildura, 2017, Week 35-50, Blended
Overview
Online enrolmentYes
Maximum enrolment sizeN/A
Enrolment information
Subject Instance Co-ordinatorFiona Gardner
Class requirements
WorkShopWeek: 35 - 50
One 5.0 hours workshop per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
LectureWeek: 35 - 50
One 4.0 hours lecture per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
Block ModeWeek: 35 - 50
Two 6.0 hours block mode per study period on weekdays during the day from week 35 to week 50 and delivered via face-to-face.
"Conference presentation"
Assessments
| Assessment element | Comments | % | ILO* |
|---|---|---|---|
| one 2,000-word individual essay analysing leadership | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 | |
| 1750 word individual essay analysing an approach to social change or change in practice | 30 | 02, 04 | |
| A 15 minuteconference presentation the equivlant of 1500 words | 35 | 01, 02, 03, 04 |