Canterbury,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PDip Step up to Social Work in Chatham United Kingdom | University of Kent
University of Kent
|
Chatham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Graduate Diploma
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
15,667
(c. USD20,981.4)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
14 months
OverviewThe Kent and Medway Regional Partnership is launching a new recruitment initiative for 20 future social workers to begin this program in January 2026.Participants will gain knowledge through both academic coursework and hands-on social work practice within either Kent or Medway Local Authority. Upon finishing, graduates will earn a Postgraduate Diploma, qualifying them to register and work as social workers—positively impacting lives by supporting families in crisis and safeguarding children.Are you ready to 'Step Up' to social work?A career in social work offers both challenges and fulfillment, allowing you to create meaningful change for at-risk children and families. This role requires forming connections with families in distress, demonstrating patience, and being an attentive listener. Strong observation abilities, critical thinking, and sound decision-making are essential to ensure child welfare. The profession demands resilience, endurance, and determination—qualities vital for success. Social work has the power to transform lives for those you assist.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
Recruitment to Step Up to social work is managed by the Kent and Medway regional partnership and applications to step UP to social work must be made through a centra department for Education. We are looking for strong graduates who have experience of working with vulnerable children, Young people, families or vulnerable adults and who can demonstrate their maturity and emotional resilience. We encourage applications from a diverse range of candidats and aim to have a workforce that represents the society that we serve.
You will need to have a minimum 2:2 level 6 degree qualification, for example an honours degree or a graduate certificate to apply to the programme. You should also have GCSEs in English or English Language and Mathematics at grade C or above, or the new grade 4 and above (or an approved equivalent). You will need to show all of your original certificates to us as part of the application and assessment process. If English is not the first language applicants are required to achieve an overall IELTS score of 7.0. PTE Academic 67 with a minimum of 59 in each sub-test. A degree from the UK. A degree from a Majority English Speaking Country.
Tuition
GBP
15,667