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Social work law and UK regulation
Society, Politics & Law

Social work law and UK regulation

...course you will learn about definitions of law and where legislation comes from. You will then apply this to social work and consider how social work is regulated across the UK specifically...Social workers have significant powers, rights and responsibilities in their professional role. The law has a vital role in the regulation of professional practice, and such...
Level 2: Intermediate 5 hrs
Applying social work law to asylum and immigration
Society, Politics & Law

Applying social work law to asylum and immigration

...course will present an overview of the policy and law that relates to social work with people involved in the asylum and immigration system and will introduce you to the ways in which social work practitioners can support people with insecure immigration status, refugees and asylum seekers more effectively. It will highlight some of the realities of asylum and immigration...
Race and Youth Policy: working with young people
Education & Development

Race and Youth Policy: working with young people

...course will look at the meaning of social policy, how it works as a mechanism of persuading people to behave in specific ways, its role in shaping our understandings of young people, and the role practitioners can play in mediating and influencing policy. In particular, this course will examine the racialisation and criminalisation of youth social policy as it pertains to...
Caring for adults
Health, Sports & Psychology

Caring for adults

...course for anyone in a caring role, either paid or unpaid. It builds on what you already know to give you a better understanding of your role as a carer. It also supports your own well-being by giving you some ideas and information about looking after yourself and dealing with stress...Caring for adults is an introductory course for anyone in a caring role, either paid or...
Level 1: Introductory 15 hrs
Everyday English 1
Languages

Everyday English 1

...course serves as good preparation for studying the formal English Essential Skills Level 1, which is available in Wales. Whilst the course does not cover all aspects of the current English Functional Skills Level 1 curriculum, available in England, you will learn tips and techniques to help you communicate more effectively in everyday life. Working through the examples...
Level 1: Introductory 48 hrs
Neighbourhood nature
Nature & Environment

Neighbourhood nature

...course, Neighbourhood nature, will provide you with basic scientific and observational skills so that you can go into your local neighbourhood to discover the animals and plants in open spaces. You will learn how to observe, identify and record the wildlife around you, building up a picture of a small part of your local environment...There is a fascinating world of nature...
Level 1: Introductory 1 hr
Get ready for beginners’ French Badge icon
Languages

Get ready for beginners’ French

...course, Get ready for beginners' French, is a gentle introduction to learning French, incorporating language, culture and intercultural communication. Practical activities and audio-visual materials will bring the language to life throughout. After studying this course, you'll be equipped with a clear understanding of what learning French is like. You will feel confident...
Level 1: Introductory 24 hrs
Retirement planning made easy
Money & Business

Retirement planning made easy

...course on money and retirement planning has been produced by The Open University in collaboration with Legal & General...This free course on money and retirement planning has been produced by The Open University in collaboration with Legal & General. Planning your retirement is probably the most important aspect of financial planning for you to consider. Making the right...
Level 1: Introductory 4 hrs