Social work is a complex and challenging role. These resources may help you look after your own well-being and that of colleagues.
This library is just a starting point to help you explore CPD options.
As a qualified social worker, it’s your responsibility to choose CPD activities that match your role, interests, and development goals. Talk to your manager or training team to plan your CPD. You can also contact your local authority’s workforce development team to learn about training opportunities in your area.
Please note: Most resources focus on social work in Wales, however some may refer to the laws and standards adopted in other UK nations.
- Curated resources Your health and well-being | Social Care Wales
- Guidance Social Worker Wellbeing and Working Conditions: Good Practice Toolkit (2020) - SWU Social Workers Union
- Blog How to stand up for yourself in social work - Community Care
- Podcast When the going gets tough - Let's Talk Social Work | Acast
- Curated resources Reframing social work - Expectation, reality and change | Research in Practice
- Research Summary Report Racism in Social Work: From Words to Action May 2022 BASW Cymru
- Research/evidence Improved well-being and workforce retention - Social Care Wales - Research, Data & Innovation
- Podcast When the going gets tough - Let's Talk Social Work | Acast
- Research Shaping Social Workers' Identity | BASW
- Guidance Community Care Inform Developing emotional resilience and wellbeing: a practical guide for social workers
- Guidance Personal Safety & Lone Working advice and information
Support and information services
Who is this for?
These resources may be useful for:
- Student Social Workers – see also Social work students | Social Care Wales
- Qualified Social Workers – see also Continuing Professional Development (CPD) | Social Care Wales
- Managers and Leaders - see also Leadership | Social Care Wales
- Social Work Educators
- Those returning to practice – see also Returning to social work practice | Social Care Wales
- Internationally qualified social workers – see also registering if you qualified outside the UK | Social Care Wales