MODERN LANGUAGES FOR SOCIAL WORK: ENGLISH

Competencies and objectives

Level: B1 according to the Common European Framework

Objectives: Study and practice of specific terms and vocabulary in Social Work.

Review of B1 grammar structures.

General Competences (CG)

CG1 : Capacity to work together with individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to evaluate their needs and circumstances.
CG2 : Analyse problem situations, plan, develop, execute, review and evaluate the practice of Social Work with individuals, families, groups, organisations, communities and other professionals.
CG3 : Support others so that they can express their needs, points of view and circumstances.
CG5 : Administrate and be responsible for, with supervision and support, one's own practice within the organisation.
CG7 : Capacity to contribute to the development of fundamental rights, equal opportunities for men and women, the principles of equal opportunities and universal accessibility for the disabled, as well as the values associated with a peaceful culture with democratic values.

General Competences acquired at University of Alicante (CGUA)

CGUA1 : Foreign language skills. In accordance with said standard, foreign language skills are considered to be obtained by proving the necessary level. The University of Alicante considers it necessary to pass at least Level 1 of the European Reference Framework for modern languages and Level B2 is recommended. The minimum Level B1 is regarded as transitory and can be adjusted when seen fit. Levels must be accredited prior to registering the End of Degree Thesis.
CGUA2 : Computer and information skills. Capacity to apply computer and information technologies in one's professional career.
CGUA3 : Oral and written communication skills. Capacity to communicate ideas orally and in writing so that individuals, families, groups, communities and organisations can understand them.

Specific Competences (CE)

CE1 : Establish professional relationships in order to identify the best method of intervention.
CE14 : Prepare and take part in decision-making meetings to better defend the interests of individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities.
CE20 : Work effectively with systems, networks and multidisciplinary and multiorganisational teams in order to collaborate on establishing setting goals, targets and duration of the same, also contributing towards dealing with any possible disagreements in a constructive manner.
CE5 : Interact with individuals, families, groups, organisations and communities to achieve changes, promote development and improve quality of life by using Social Work methods and models, regularly monitoring the changes that occur in order to prepare for the end of the intervention.

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Scope of this subject:
Study and practice of specific terms and vocabulary in Social Work.

Oral communication strategies: telephone calls, meetings, interviews, etc.

Written communication strategies: letters, reports, reviews, etc.

Study and review of B1 grammar structures.