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10 Nov 2009
AASW members will be joining the Australian Services Union Respect the Workers rally for better pay and conditions in the non Government sector in Victoria.
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5 Nov 2009
The Bi-annual Queensland Social W
ork conference opens on Friday 6 November at the Novotel Twin Waters Res ort on the Sunshine Coast. -
4 Nov 2009
Members are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Australian Association of Social Workers, which will be held on Friday 27th November 2009 at Moonee Valley Racing Club, McPherson Street, Moonee Ponds, Vic 3039, at 5.45 for a 6pm start.
More details can be found on the events page.
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15 Oct 2009
The Board had become mindful of the need to:
- improve ease of access to CPE, including better use of technology and the need for more effective partnerships with CPE providers and schools of social work,12 months ago the Board approved a review of AASW CPE policies and practices.
- minimise any barriers to access to CPE. (eg, procedural barriers or geographical remoteness)
- ensure that CPE policies are consistent with related ethics, education and membership policies
- diversify revenue streams and therefore make a reasonable return from engagement in CPE activities
- improve ease of access to CPE, including better use of technology and the need for more effective partnerships with CPE providers and schools of social work,12 months ago the Board approved a review of AASW CPE policies and practices.
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14 Oct 2009
The AASW Board recently approved changes to policy on English language requirements in response to concerns raised by international social work students over assessment changes for skilled migration. The policy changes identify:
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IELTS Requirements
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Transitional Arrangements (for international students in AASW accredited degree courses)
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