Social work course catalogue: Empowering employers and social work organisations

Discover a comprehensive selection of courses tailored to equip social work professionals with the skills needed to meet today's challenges and elevate their practice.

Whether you're seeking to enhance your team's expertise or upskill individual social workers, our range of flexible and in-depth courses addresses critical areas of social work including law, leadership, and resilience. From free introductory courses to advanced degree programmes and apprenticeships, we offer learning solutions designed to support the unique needs of social work employers and organisations.

If you're looking to provide these courses to your team, get in touch with us below to explore how we can tailor training solutions specifically for your organisation.

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Free courses: Strengthen core social work skills

Our free OpenLearn courses offer an accessible entry point for social work professionals to develop essential skills and enhance their practice. These self-paced courses cover foundational topics designed to help your team address common challenges in social work, improve client outcomes, and build resilience.

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Apprenticeships: Develop talent from within your organisation

Our apprenticeship programmes offer a structured pathway for both new and experienced social workers to develop the practical and leadership skills needed for effective practice. These programmes enable organisations to nurture home-grown talent while addressing the increasing demands of the social work sector. By combining academic learning with real-world experience, our apprenticeships help your team build the competencies required for success.

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Degrees and modules: Upskill your workforce with expert knowledge

Our degree programmes and modules are designed to provide in-depth knowledge in key areas of social work practice. Whether your organisation is seeking full degree qualifications or targeted upskilling to address specific skills gaps, our flexible courses will ensure your team is equipped with the latest knowledge in social work leadership, management, and specialised practice areas.

Tailored learning for your team: Our degree programmes offer flexibility, allowing organisations to choose individual modules as standalone courses. This flexibility helps you customise learning to meet your team’s unique needs.

Note: The links below will take you to the main Open University site. If you're accessing these courses through your employer, remember to return to this page and contact us for bespoke support.

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Contact us for tailored support

For more information on how we can customise our courses to fit your organisation’s needs, please reach out using the contact form below. We look forward to helping you tackle social work recruitment and skills shortages, while developing your team to meet the future demands of the sector.

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