SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE

Academic year
2025/2026 Syllabus of previous years
Official course title
PRASSI DEL SERVIZIO SOCIALE
Course code
FT0593 (AF:525549 AR:324222)
Teaching language
Italian
Modality
On campus classes
ECTS credits
6 out of 12 of ORGANISATION OF SOCIAL WORK AND SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE
Degree level
Bachelor's Degree Programme
Academic Discipline
SPS/07
Period
2nd Term
Course year
2
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The course will explore the various fields of intervention of the professional Social Worker. Starting from the regulatory framework, it will analyze practices related to working with vulnerable adults, including people with disabilities, the elderly, migrants, and those with pathological addictions. Additionally, it will cover practices related to working with families, youth, and child protection.
The student should be able to:
know and understand the methodologies, tools, and practices of the intervention areas covered;
know and understand the main regulatory sources (national and regional) relevant to the different intervention areas;
know and understand the functioning and procedures of the public organizations in which the Social Worker operates;
apply this knowledge professionally by using the social work methodology and identifying the most appropriate tools for each area and specific intervention situation, whether directed at individuals, groups, or the community;
appropriately use the technical language of the profession.
A thorough knowledge of the contents of the courses Methodologies of Social Work, Theories of Social Work, and Organization of Social Work is required.
Introduction to Social Work in Italy will be provided, particularly within the institutional framework, that is, as the action of a Public Entity.
Subsequently, operational practices and intervention methods will be analyzed in the following areas:
interventions aimed at people in situations of vulnerability: with mental health issues, addictions; disabilities, reduced autonomy or non-self-sufficiency; migrants; those subject to criminal measures;
interventions aimed at families and minors;
child protection interventions;
interventions related to gender-based violence.
M.L. Raineri, Guidelines and Procedures of Social Work, Erickson, 4th edition, 2022
Annamaria Campanini (Editor), The Fields of Social Work Intervention, New edition, Carocci, 2020
The relevant chapters of these texts will be indicated during the lectures.
Additional bibliographic references will be provided throughout the course.
The exam will include the discussion of a written paper prepared by the student during the course, along with open-ended questions.
Further details will be provided during the course.
Grading criteria:
Scores in the 18–22 range will be awarded in the presence of:
sufficient knowledge of the theoretical content in relation to the exam materials;
limited ability to apply knowledge to concrete cases;
sufficient communication skills, especially regarding the use of the specific language of the Social Work professional.
oral
The exam will include the discussion of a written paper prepared by the student during the course, as well as open-ended questions.
Further instructions will be provided during the course.
Grading criteria:
Scores in the 18–22 range will be awarded in the presence of:
sufficient knowledge of the theoretical content based on the exam materials;
limited ability to apply knowledge to practical cases;
sufficient communication skills, especially in the use of the specific language of the Social Work profession.
Scores in the 23–26 range will be awarded in the presence of:
fair knowledge of the theoretical content based on the exam materials;
fair ability to apply knowledge to practical cases;
fair communication skills, especially in the use of the specific language of the Social Work profession.
Scores in the 27–30 range will be awarded in the presence of:
good or excellent knowledge of the theoretical content based on the exam materials;
good or excellent ability to apply knowledge to practical cases;
fully appropriate communication skills, especially in the use of the specific language of the Social Work profession.
Honors ("cum laude") will be awarded in the presence of:
excellent knowledge of the theoretical content covered in the course;
excellent judgment skills and communication abilities;
excellent ability to make connections and apply theoretical knowledge to practical cases.
Traditional lectures, supported by PowerPoint presentations, will be complemented by teaching activities featuring tools typical of participatory learning: simulations, role-playing, and case presentations. Additionally, experienced social workers specializing in certain intervention areas may participate in some sessions.

The instructor will be available to answer students' questions, including through scheduled meetings either in person or remotely.
The syllabus is subject to partial modifications upon the assignment of the official course instructor.

This subject deals with topics related to the macro-area "Poverty and inequalities" and contributes to the achievement of one or more goals of U. N. Agenda for Sustainable Development

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Last update of the programme: 01/06/2025