This paper provides an introduction to the challenges of human service practice in Aotearoa New Zealand. It covers the fundamental knowledge and values bases underlying human and social services, introducing a range of fields of social service practice.
About this paper
| Paper title | Fields of Practice |
|---|---|
| Subject | Social Work |
| EFTS | 0.15 |
| Points | 18 points |
| Teaching period | Semester 2 (On campus) |
| Domestic Tuition Fees ( NZD ) | $1,103.10 |
| International Tuition Fees | Tuition Fees for international students are elsewhere on this website. |
- Prerequisite
- (SOWK 111 or SOWX 111) or 54 points
- Restriction
- SOWK 114, SOWX 114
- Schedule C
- Arts and Music
- Eligibility
- This is a compulsory paper for entry into the BSW programme. The paper is also suitable for those wanting an introduction to social work fields of practice.
- Contact
- More information link
View more information on the Social and Community Work programme website
- Teaching staff
Course Co-ordinator: Andrew Rudolph
- Paper Structure
The paper covers these key areas:
- Knowledge and history of social services in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Professional issues
- Selected fields and perspectives for practice
- Teaching Arrangements
2-hour lecture and 1-hour tutorial per week.
- Textbooks
Required text:
Chenoweth, L., and McAuliffee, D.,(2020) The Road to Social Work and Human Service Practice: An Introductory Text (6th Edition). Cengage Learning, Australia. ISBN:9780170446860
Recommended texts:
Alston, M. and McKinnon, J., (eds) (2005) Social Work: Fields of Practice. Oxford: Australia.
- Graduate Attributes Emphasised
- Communication, Critical thinking, Ethics.
View more information about Otago's graduate attributes. - Learning Outcomes
Students who successfully complete the paper will:
- Demonstrate a knowledge of social services and their history in Aotearoa New Zealand
- Develop an understanding of professional issues, values and ethics, working across difference and theory in practice
- Develop knowledge of selected fields covered by social/human services work
- Gain an understanding of how a holistic perspective is required for practice within each field