Future-oriented Client Processes in the Social SectorLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Students will be able to analyse and develop processes of social work in different contexts in the social sector, using people-oriented, innovative and future-oriented thinking. They will understand the life cycles of processes of social work and apply participatory methods in a variety of client situations. Students will be able to apply co-creation and co-research methods to develop services in a networked way with clients, other professionals and stakeholders. Students will be able to evaluate and develop the quality and effectiveness of services in a planned and sustainable way.

Content

- Drivers of change and future trends in social work, innovative approaches and the use of research-based approaches to development
- Life cycles and contextualisation of processes of social work
- Involvement of clients, stakeholders and professionals
- Design, implementation and evaluation of development work
- Digitalisation in social work and service development
- Evaluating impact and quality
- Using networks to develop processes of social work