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Overview of Family Support Worker Qualifications Course – Level 3:

This online Family Support Worker Qualifications Course – Level 3 gives you a comprehensive insight into the skills and knowledge associated with working with families and children, helping them through everyday life, and considering safeguarding in the home.

By enrolling in this course, you’ll equip with valuable insight and knowledge of working with children and families. The course also explains the function of family support workers, and help you gain the fundamental skills and information related to working with families, following with the legislation, recognising and solving the challenges that families encounter, safeguarding in the home, and help in building relationships.

Study in your own time and at your own pace for a recognised qualification that could transform your career prospects for life.

Method of Assessment:

Upon completion of the Family Support Worker – Level 3 course, there’s an online multiple-choice quiz assessment, which will determine whether you have passed the course. The test is marked immediately and results are published instantly (60% pass mark).

Certification of Family Support Worker Qualifications Course – Level 3:

Enhance your profile with a CPD-accredited certificate, available for an additional cost after course completion.

Who is this Course For?

  • Individuals seeking a fulfilling career in social care.
  • Those passionate about supporting families and children.
  • People with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Anyone looking to make a positive difference in their community.

Requirements:

This Family Support Worker – Level 3 course does not have academic entry requirements and is open to students of all academic backgrounds.

Career Paths:

  • Family Support Worker: £20,000 – £28,000 per year
  • Early Years Practitioner: £22,000 – £30,000 per year
  • Housing Support Worker: £21,000 – £29,000 per year
  • Children’s Services Worker: £25,000 – £33,000 per year
  • Social Worker: £28,000 – £45,000 per year
  • Family Therapist: £35,000 – £55,000 per year
  • And Many More!

FAQ:

What is a family support worker?

A family support worker is a professional who works with families and children, helping them navigate everyday life and overcome various challenges. Their role is essential in ensuring the well-being and stability of families, particularly those facing difficulties such as mental health issues, substance misuse, domestic abuse, or other social and economic problems. Family support workers provide practical and emotional support, facilitate access to services, and promote a safe and nurturing home environment.

Family support worker what to expect:

Family support worker can expect to engage in a variety of activities aimed at supporting and empowering families. Your daily tasks may include:

  • Conducting assessments of family needs and risks
  • Developing and implementing support plans
  • Providing advice and guidance on parenting, health, and social issues
  • Facilitating access to relevant services and resources
  • Working closely with other professionals, such as social workers, teachers, and healthcare providers
  • Keeping accurate records and writing reports

You will work in diverse environments, including clients’ homes, schools, community centres, and offices. The role can be both challenging and rewarding, requiring excellent communication and interpersonal skills, empathy, resilience, and a strong commitment to making a positive difference in the lives of families and children.

What does a family support worker do?

A family support worker performs a wide range of duties to assist families and children. Key responsibilities include:

  • Assessment and Planning: Evaluating the needs of families and identifying potential risks. Developing tailored support plans to address these needs and mitigate risks.
  • Support and Intervention: Providing direct support and practical assistance to families, such as parenting advice, budgeting help, and emotional support. Intervening in cases of crisis or emergency to ensure the safety and well-being of family members.
  • Advocacy and Coordination: Acting as an advocate for families, helping them navigate the system and access necessary services. Coordinating with other professionals and agencies to ensure a holistic approach to support.
  • Education and Empowerment: Educating families about their rights, available resources, and effective parenting strategies. Empowering them to become self-sufficient and resilient.
  • Safeguarding: Ensuring that children and vulnerable family members are protected from harm. This involves recognising signs of abuse or neglect, reporting concerns, and working within safeguarding protocols.

Family support worker role:

The role of a family support worker is multifaceted and centred around supporting and improving the lives of families and children. It involves:

  • Understanding Family Dynamics: Recognising the different types of families and what constitutes a healthy family environment. Building strong, trusting relationships with family members.
  • Navigating Legislation and Policy: Having a thorough understanding of relevant legislation, policies, and guidance to ensure compliance and best practices in supporting families across England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and Wales.
  • Addressing Family Issues: Tackling a range of family issues, such as parental mental health problems, substance misuse, domestic abuse, and the impacts of separation or divorce. Offering interventions and support tailored to these specific challenges.
  • Safeguarding and Assessment: Assessing the needs of children and families, providing early help, and ensuring effective information sharing and referral processes. Following a child-centred, coordinated approach to safeguarding.
  • Building Relationships: Developing strong professional relationships with families, based on empathy, trust, and effective communication. Understanding the importance of relationship-building in achieving positive outcomes in social work.

The role requires continuous professional development, a commitment to ethical practice, and the ability to balance the demands of the job with personal well-being. With the right skills and knowledge, family support workers can make a significant and lasting impact on the families they work with.

Course Curriculum

Module 1 - The role of family support worker
The functions, work environment, and daily activities of a family support worker 00:15:00
The key responsibilities of a family support worker and different specialisations 00:15:00
The key qualities of a family support worker and what a family support worker should expect 00:15:00
Duties as a family support worker 00:15:00
Professional development, career prospects, and anticipated salary as a family support worker 00:05:00
A day in the life of a family support worker 00:15:00
Pros and cons of being a family support worker 00:05:00
Work-life balance as a family support worker 00:15:00
Top tips for family support workers 00:05:00
Module 2 - Legislation, policy, and guidance
Introduction to legislation, policy, and guidance 00:05:00
Overview of legislation – England 00:15:00
The Children and Families Act 2014 00:30:00
Policy and guidance – England 00:15:00
Overview of legislation – Scotland 00:05:00
Policy and guidance – Scotland 00:15:00
Overview of legislation – Northern Ireland 00:05:00
Policy and guidance – Northern Ireland 00:05:00
Overview of legislation – Wales 00:05:00
Policy and guidance – Wales 00:05:00
Module 3 - The family issues and solving them
Parental mental health – how to help children living with parents with mental health problems 00:15:00
Parental mental health – assessing the risk of mental health problems 00:05:00
Parental mental health – intervention and support for children and families 00:15:00
Parental substance misuse – how to help children living with parents who misuse alcohol and drugs 00:05:00
Parental substance misuse – assessing the risk of parental alcohol and drug misuse 00:05:00
Parental substance misuse – intervention and support for children and families 00:05:00
Domestic abuse – what is domestic abuse? 00:05:00
Separation, divorce, and parental responsibility 00:05:00
Separation, divorce, and contact 00:05:00
General advice on talking about difficult topics 00:15:00
Books to help talking about difficult topics 00:15:00
Module 4 - Safeguarding - assessing need and providing help
Introduction to safeguarding – a child-centred, coordinated approach 00:30:00
Early help 00:30:00
Access, referral, and information sharing 00:30:00
Disabled children, carers, youth establishments, and contextual safeguarding 00:15:00
Assessment purpose, protocols, principles, and parameters 00:15:00
Analysis, outcomes, and timeliness 00:30:00
Processes for managing individual Part 1 00:30:00
Processes for managing individual Part 2 00:15:00
Processes for managing individual Part 3 00:15:00
Module 5 - Building relationships
Types of family and what makes healthy families 00:15:00
Why relationships are key to good social work 00:30:00
The importance of relationships in social work to relationships in social work 00:30:00
The personal qualities required for relationship building 00:15:00
Working on empathy to build relationships 00:15:00
The professional attributes required for relationship building 00:15:00
Self-knowledge and professional use of self in relationship building 00:15:00
Taking an individualised approach, involving the parents, what parents want from the relationship, sharing information, and building trust 00:30:00
Challenges in relationship building 00:15:00
The difference between getting the relationship right and getting it wrong 00:30:00
Mock Exam
Mock Exam- Family Support Worker Course – Level 3 00:30:00
Final Exam
Final Exam – Family Support Worker Course – Level 3 00:30:00

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  • £24.99
  • 1 year
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  • Number of Units49
  • Number of Quizzes2
  • 13 hours, 5 minutes
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