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About AASW
The Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW) is the professional body for social workers in Australia. As well as representing and supporting social workers in their essential work, we set the benchmarks for professional education and practice in social work.
Events
Working with People at End ...
14 Aug 2023 | 11:00 AM-12:30 PM [GMT+10]
1.5 hr
Aged Care / Older Persons, Mental Health
This webinar will provide a framework for understanding palliative, end of life and bereavement care and where social workers are ...
De-colonising Social Work: Whiteness as ...
25 Jul 2023 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM [GMT+10]
1.5 hr
Aged Care / Older Persons, Child Protection, Clinical SW, Disability, Family & Domestic Violence, Mental Health, School SW, Supervision
Exploring social action in de-colonising social work practice.
Early Identification and Support for ...
14 Jul 2023 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM [GMT+10]
1.5 hr
Disability, Mental Health
This webinar will describe FASD and its impact on each area of child development.
Introduction to Best Practice for ...
30 Jun 2023 - 07 Jul 2023 | 10:00 AM-13:00 PM [GMT+10]
6.5 hrs
Supervision,Management & Leadership
This virtual workshop series will equip you with contemporary knowledge, tools and skills and set you on a clear path ...
Dementia and Elder Abuse: Challenges ...
29 Jun 2023 | 11:00 AM-12:30 PM [GMT+10]
1.5 hr
Mental Health,Aged Care / Older Persons
Dementia and elder abuse is on the rise join us to increase your understanding of Dementia and Elder abuse, the ...
Introduction to Best Practice for ...
09 Jun 2023 - 16 Jun 2023 | 10:00 AM-13:00 PM [GMT+10]
6.5 hrs
Supervision,Management & Leadership
This virtual workshop series will equip you with contemporary knowledge, tools and skills and set you on a clear path ...
Introduction to Best Practice for ...
08 Sep 2023 - 15 Sep 2023 | 10:00 AM-13:00 PM [GMT+10]
6.5 hrs
Management & Leadership, Supervision
This virtual workshop series will equip you with contemporary knowledge, tools and skills and set you on a clear path ...
A Social Worker’s Role ...
18 Jul 2023 - 17 Jul 2023 | 09:00 AM-10:30 AM [GMT+10]
1.5 hr
Disability, School SW
Take a glimpse into behaviour management in schools, from a social workers perspective.
Preparing for Court Attendance, Court ...
05 Jun 2023 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM [GMT+10]
1.5 hr
Aged Care / Older Persons, Child Protection, Clinical SW, Disability, Family & Domestic Violence, Mental Health, School SW, Supervision
Time to get yourself organized around legalities and learn from an expert lawyer around core legal requirements.
Bringing in the New: Adaptive ...
21 Jun 2023 | 10:00 AM-13:30 PM [GMT+10]
3.5 hrs
Supervision
This interactive virtual workshop will equip you with an approach and accompanying strategies and tools to weave adaptive leadership into ...
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AASW Digital Badges
Showcase your verified social work qualifications, specialisations, education, training, experience and contribution to the profession.
Practice Standards 2023
The AASW Practice Standards 2023 was published in May 2023 following a thorough consultation, to reflect current practice. Read it to see how much has changed since 2013.
Join the AASW Accreditation Panel
We’re seeking expressions of interest from members to be appointed to the Australian Social Work Education Accreditation Standards (ASWEAS) Accreditation Panel.
Social Workers and Big Data: ...
Participants are asked to take part in a survey which is expected to take around 10 minutes to complete.
CPD and Events
Access on-demand content, workshops and events at member-only prices.
Credentials
Be recognised for your skills and experience in your field with an AASW credential.
Horizon Career Centre
Explore our dedicated jobs website for social workers.
