SOME ASPECTS OF CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS IN CANADA

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SOME ASPECTS OF CONTINUING PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION OF SOCIAL WORKERS IN CANADA

Journal Title: Молодь і ринок - Year 2017, Vol 153, Issue 10

Abstract

Introduction. The modern system of continuing professional education of social workers in Canada is well developed. However, this concept in its new perspective is not fully and universally operationalized yet and it is still in the process of evolution. The social work as a distinct profession is recognized in Ukraine. However, the national educational standards still need to be revised, approved and used more effectively and the concept of continuing professional education should be specified in the ongoing development of educational programs for the profession. Purpose. The purpose of this article is to introduce the Canadian experience in the area of continuing professional education of social workers as one of the best practices that should be explored and adapted in the area of professional education in Ukraine. Results. The majority of scientific works in the area of continuing professional education in the area of social work are found to be those published in English by foreign scholars; at the same time it should be noted that some Ukrainian scholars have proved their academic interest in this concept. The continuing professional education is defined as a process of ongoing education and development of professionals, from the initial qualifying education and for the duration of professional life, and is aimed at maintaining the competence of practice and increasing the professional efficiency and expertise. A commitment to continuing professional education is grounded in an ethical principle articulated in the Canadian Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics that serves as the foundation of the Standards of Practice. It is focused on the learning throught the experience, reflective learning and review and includes both the formal and informal learning. It is often the self-directed process driven by a professional, not by an employer. Originality. The article provides an insight into the definition of the notion of continuing professional education as a part of lifelong learning, which helps to direct career development, uncover gaps in knowledge and skills, and opens up further development needs. Conclusions. Following the above, the conclusion is made that Canadian experience on the continuing professional education helps the social workers to strive for personal and professional growth, enhance knowledge, base and obtain new skills.

Authors and Affiliations

Sofiya Stavkova

Keywords

the continuing professional development the lifelong learning the social work an educational system Canadian Association of Social Workers Canadian Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics Canadian Association for Social Work Education.

ФОРМУВАННЯ УПРАВЛІНСЬКИХ ЯКОСТЕЙ МАЙБУТНІХ ФАХІВЦІВ СОЦІАЛЬНОЇ СФЕРИ В ПРОЦЕСІ ВИВЧЕННЯ КУРСУ “МЕНЕДЖМЕНТ СОЦІАЛЬНОЇ РОБОТИ”

У статті висвітлюються проблеми формування професійних компетенцій майбутніх фахівців соціальної сфери у контексті аналізу змісту управлінської діяльності. Автор розглядає проблеми самоменеджменту як моделі саморозвитку ...

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