The Advanced Award in Social Work (AASW)

The AASW is made up of eight specific and two core requirements and work towards the award is assessed in one of four areas of social work: practice, education and training, management, research, or a combination of two or more of these areas.

Core Requirements

a) demonstrate analysis and critical reflection which informs and influences practice, policy and service provision;

b) provide evidence of a commitment to sustaining the values of social work in the light of continuing social and political change and be able to define and develop policies and practices accordingly.

General Requirements

AA1 provide evidence of significant contribution to the development, delivery and evaluation of the service provided in a chosen area by demonstrating the ability to research, plan, implement, monitor and evaluate strategies for improvement or change

AA2 demonstrate critical appraisal of relevant theoretical models, policies and law, in their chosen area, including knowledge of local, national and UK perspectives

AA3 demonstrate skilled use of a wide repertoire of methods and be able to select and use the most effective approach to meeting consumer need for the different aspects of their work

AA4 demonstrate competence in enhancing the capabilities of others as a means of informing and improving practice or service delivery

AA5 demonstrate highly developed skills in strategic networking, negotiation and collaboration;

AA6 demonstrate competence in responding to and managing change in their chosen area, including the ability to respond to unintended outcomes;

AA7 demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the impact of relevant policy, practice and institutions within the European or international context in order to inform practice or service development

AA8 provide evidence of leadership in their chosen field, including the ability to work independently, and to be accountable, in fulfilling the responsibilities of their role

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