Bachelor Soziale Arbeit mit Schwerpunkt Kinder und Jugendliche* (B.A.)
*Translated: Social Work with focus on children and youths. Only available in German
Do you want a meaningful career and are you passionate about social work? Then the social work degree programme with a focus on children and young people is perfect for you!
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Language: German
You for a better us. Study Social Work with a focus on children and youths.
In the Bachelor of Social Work with a focus on children and youths, you will gain extensive theoretical and practical knowledge for the entire field of social work. In addition, there is the opportunity to focus your studies from the beginning on the care of young people aged 0 to 21 years.
Your degree from IU International University of Applied Sciences (IU) paves the way for exciting career opportunities: you can be successful in social work in general, as well as in specialized roles in daycare centers, residential homes, resource centers, schools, or leading youth welfare facilities.
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Time for Social Work: Your Career Opportunities.
Your studies in social work with a focus on children and youths are as diverse as the career paths waiting for you. Depending on what you are passionate about, you can work in various areas. For example:
Social Worker in the Youth Welfare Office or in the general public service
As a social worker in the Youth Welfare Office or in the general public service, you are responsible for youth welfare. You ensure that there are enough resources available for young people. You take on tasks in parent education by training and supporting them. In the context of child protection, you intervene if you detect abuse or neglect. Additionally, you prepare reports and testimonies for proceedings before the family court.
Social Worker in counseling centers for parents, children, and youths or family counseling centers
Social Worker in educational institutions (part-time or full-time)
Choose how you want to study Social Work with a focus on children and youths at IU
Except for your mandatory internship of 600 hours, you can complete your Bachelor of Social Work with a focus on children and youths extremely flexibly through IU distance learning. For the greatest freedom and self-directed learning, you have access to an innovative mix of interactive teaching formats. In addition, IU distance learning offers numerous other advantages.
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You study completely on your own terms. Get the perfect blend of innovative study tools, interactive study formats via video chat (live or on demand) and personal support.
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Why you should study Social Work with a focus on children and youths
A degree opens up new perspectives: you broaden your knowledge horizon and are ready to take on greater responsibilities in your job. This offers you new salary opportunities and enables the next big step on the career ladder. Additionally, your personal growth is a significant benefit of your studies. You invest in your development and professional skills. In this way, you take an active role in shaping your career path. Another plus point is that studying can also be fun, especially when you can adapt it to your daily life, as at IU.
This is what your studies in Social Work with a focus on children and youths at IU look like
During your studies, you acquire all the important competencies you need for a successful start to your career. You delve into five core areas: fundamentals and framework conditions of social work, methodological competence, projects and future skills, interdisciplinary knowledge, and specific practical aspects for children and youths. In addition, you delve into areas such as digitalization, ethics, and internationality. In your elective modules, you have the chance to create a career profile that suits your personal interests and qualify in areas such as school-age, child protection, or counseling.
Outlook for the future: This is what you will do after graduation
After graduation, you are prepared for a wide range of career opportunities: whether in education and promotion, or in care and healthcare, regardless of the age group of the target audience. Through in-depth engagement with various topics and practical relevance, you gain a comprehensive perspective that forms a strong basis for your career.
Thanks to your focus on working with children and youths, you also have specific skills and knowledge in this segment. You are familiar with the requirements and needs of this age group and know how to respond appropriately. This focus allows you to specialize quickly and act professionally on various levels.
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