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Step up to social work is an intensive, 14-month, full-time programme. If you want to become a social worker but do not have a degree in social work, you can train through this programme.

What youll need to apply

To apply to the programme, youll need to have a minimum of:

• a minimum 2:2 undergraduate degree qualification (level 6)
• 6 months full-time (or equivalent) direct experience, either in a paid or voluntary capacity, of working with vulnerable children, young people and/or families, carers or vulnerable adults
• GCSEs in English or English language and mathematics at grade 4 (C) or above (or an approved equivalent)

Training and funding

If your application is successful, you will:

• train through a combination of academic study and hands on social work experience in a local authority
• receive a bursary of 19,833 to support you during your training

What youll get when you qualify

Once you successfully complete the programme, you will qualify with a Postgraduate Diploma in Social Work. This will allow you to apply to register with Social Work England as a qualified social worker.

When to apply

You can apply now.