Cradle Coast, Hobart, Launceston
Introduction
This unit provides an immersive learning experience aimed at preparing students to navigate the complexities of contemporary social work practice in mental health and child safety. Students will engage with a multifaceted simulation, using face-to-face and online modalities to respond effectively to client needs.
Through applied, experience-based learning, students apply social work theories, frameworks, and evidence-based intervention strategies in ethically challenging scenarios. Emphasising interprofessional collaboration, the unit equips students with the skills needed to engage effectively across diverse agencies. These experiences foster competencies in assessment, intervention, and critical reflection, preparing students for advanced professional practice in complex settings.
Summary
| Unit name | The Social Work Praxis Lab |
| Unit code | HGW427 |
| Credit points | 12.5 |
| College/School | Health Social Work Program |
| Discipline | Social Work |
| Coordinator | Mrs Sarah Wynwood |
| Delivered By | University of Tasmania |
| Level | Honours |
Sustainable Development Goals
The Unit Coordinator has identified that this unit aligns with the following UN Sustainable Development Goals. We welcome your thoughts and feedback on the alignment of the unit with these goals.
Availability
Specific information on 2027 unit availability will be available in August
Key Dates
| Study Period | Start date | Census date | WW date | End date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | 21/2/2027 | 15/3/2027 | 18/4/2027 | 12/6/2027 |
* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).
Unit census dates currently displaying for 2027 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2027 will be available from the 1st October 2026. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).
Learning Outcomes
- Analyse historical and contemporary conceptions of, and approaches to, working with people with mental health conditions and the care and protection of children.
- Articulate the social work role in supporting people with mental health conditions and ensuring the care and protection of children, and how this role relates to those of other professions.
- Examine personal values, assumptions and beliefs in response to practice scenarios, interprofessional practice and course content.
- Apply national and state legislation relevant to the areas of working with people with mental health conditions and the care and protection of children.
- Demonstrate social work skills, knowledge and ethical principles in case work, community practice, and interprofessional collaboration, including in online contexts.
Fee Information
2027 fee information will be available in August.
Requisites
Prerequisites
HGW327, HGW308, HGW302, HGW303Teaching
| Teaching Pattern | 2hr online learning activities and readings weekly |
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| Assessment | Case Communication (30%)|Social work formulation (30%)|Case report and reflexive practice analysis (40%) |
| Timetable | View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable |
Textbooks
| Required |
All required readings are available via the units Reading List.¿The Reading List has been structured into weekly sections for ease of use. You will need regular access to the following texts: The Library has copies of ebooks for you to access. Links to all required reading sections appear in the Reading List. |
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| Recommended | All recommended readings will be available via the units Reading List |
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