General Introduction

1. Some information about the training program:

- Name of the training specialization:

+ Vietnamese: Social work

+ English: Social Work

- Training program code: 60 90 01 01

- Name of the training program:

+ Vietnamese: Social work

+ English: Social Work

- Level of education: Master's degree

- Training duration: 2 years

- Name of the degree awarded after graduation:

+ Vietnamese: Master's Degree in Social Work

+ English: Master of Applied Social Work

- Training institution: University of Social Sciences and Humanities (Vietnam National University, Hanoi)

2. Objectives of the training program:

2.1. General Objectives

The Master's program in Applied Social Work aims to train master's graduates in social work with a high proportion of practical training, ensuring both national identity and modernity, while expanding and enhancing the undergraduate program. It inherits the research-oriented master's program in social work but places greater emphasis on applying social work knowledge and skills to solve practical problems, aligning with the economic, political, and social realities of the country in the context of regional and global integration; contributing to social security, poverty reduction, and building a prosperous, democratic, just, and civilized Vietnam.

2.2. Specific Objectives

2.2.1In terms of knowledgeLearners are equipped with in-depth and systematic knowledge of social work theories and methods that form the foundation for social intervention, and know how to apply those theories to identify and effectively address problems in social practice.

2.2.2.Regarding skillsTrainees are highly skilled in practical skills across various fields of social work, know how to work with diverse groups, are capable of working in varied practice contexts, and know how to collaborate with numerous social organizations and institutions—a crucial resource for social work practice.

2.2.3. Regarding attitude:This helps learners develop a responsible and ethical work attitude. In particular, it helps learners understand and appropriately apply the ethical guidelines of social work in fulfilling the roles and responsibilities of a professional social worker.

2.2.4.Regarding capabilities:Trainees are capable of solving specific social work problems in their particular field: counseling, treatment, intervention, investigation, evaluation, summarization, and reporting. In addition, learners can participate in teaching, training, and professional development for social workers at the local level and other training institutions.

2.2.5.Regarding researchBy combining theoretical research and practical social work, learners can identify and solve social work problems within their specific field. Simultaneously, learners will be able to design research, organize research, and analyze research data.