Bachelor of Social Work
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Qualification type
National First Degree(Min 480)
Credits
480
Sub-framework
HEQSF - Higher Education Qualifications Sub-framework
Providers listed
1
Qualification snapshot
Official qualification identity fields captured from the qualification record.
Originator
University of Fort Hare
Quality assurance functionary
CHE - Council on Higher Education
Field
Field 09 - Health Sciences and Social Services
Subfield
Rehabilitative Health/Services
Qual class
Regular-Provider-ELOAC
Recognise previous learning
Y
Important dates
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Registration start
2024-07-01
Registration end
2027-06-30
Last date for enrolment
2027-06-30
Last date for achievement
2029-06-30
Purpose and entry context
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Purpose and rationale
Purpose
Upon qualifying the learners will be able to
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the basic Assessed in class tests and during class philosophy, values, ethics, concepts and discussions methods of social work.
- Understand and apply the various methods and approaches to social work practice.
- Communicate effectively with people from all walks life.
- Work with other social workers and professionals as members of a team.
- Develop an analytical and critical approach to the theory and practice of social work.
Rationale
The qualification will
- Provide learners with the requisite knowledge and specific skills that will enable them to practice as social workers.
- Provide South Africa with a significant number of learners that will help to provide high level leadership based on scholarly activity.
- Prepare learners for a meaningful contribution to the professional development of the theory and practice of social work.
Entry requirements and RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
This qualification allows for Recognition of Prior Learning for a leaner to attain entry/access to this qualification and to gain exemptions from some qualification requirements. Where an entry criterion applies, a prospective leaner may use prior learning experience in the field of public health to gain entry to the qualification. Submission of a portfolio of evidence as proof of practical experience from an appropriate setting will enable the learner admission to the qualification. Access to the qualification through Recognition of Prior Learning is possible if the learner produces evidence of having achieved the appropriate outcomes level of knowledge, skill, and competence. Access to the qualification is achievable if the learner can provide formal proof of credits earned towards the outcomes from an accredited service provider.
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for this qualification is
- Senior Certificate (SC) with endorsement.
- National Senior Certificate (NSC), NQF Level 4, granting access to Bachelor's studies.
Structure and assessment
Qualification rules, exit outcomes, and assessment criteria from the SAQA record.
Qualification rules
This qualification consists of the following compulsory and elective modules at National Qualifications Framework Levels 5, 6, 7 and 8 totalling 480 Credits.
Exit level outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of philosophy, values, ethics, concepts and discussions methods of social work.
- Understand and apply the various methods and approaches to social work practice.
- Communicate effectively with people from all walks life.
- Work with other social workers and professionals as members of a team.
- Develop an analytical and critical approach to the theory and practice of social work.
Associated assessment criteria
Integrated Assessment
Formative Assessment
- Role plays.
- Fieldwork assignments.
- Concurrent placement in community projects.
- Six months block placements at agencies nation-wide at the start of the final year of study.
- Evaluation of agency supervisors' reports at the end of the block placement.
Summative Assessment
- Fieldwork reports.
- Class tests.
- Semester examinations.
- Research reports.
Progression and comparability
Articulation options
This qualification allows possibilities for both vertical and horizontal articulation.
Horizontal Articulation
- Cognate Bachelor's qualification in the related field, NQF Level 8.
Vertical Articulation
- Master of Social Work, NQF Level 9.
International comparability
This qualification is comparable to international qualifications.
Providers currently listed
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