Resources to support social workers to promote critical reflection, informed decision-making, and the application of evidence-based practice.
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.
- Research/evidence Free access to research and journal articles for social work professionals
- Curated resources Using evidence - Social Care Wales - Research, data and innovation
- Curated resources Research, innovation and improvement skills resource - Social Care Wales
- Curated resources Evaluation - Social Care Wales - Research, data and innovation
- Curated resources Using NICE guidance in social work | Social care | NICE Communities | About | NICE
- Curated resources For health and care professionals | NIHR
- Curated resources Supporting evidence-informed practice with children and families, young people and adults | Research in Practice
- Research/evidence CASCADE – Children’s Social Care Research and Development Centre
- Research/evidence Centre for Adult Social Care Research
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