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To ask Her Majesty's Government how much training is required for people to become fully qualified in the provision of social care. [HL3339]
Since 2003 professional qualifying training for social workers in the United Kingdom has been a degree in social work. In England, these are approved by the General Social Care Council (GSCC).
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To ask Her Majesty's Government whether they are aware of any social care workers who are not fully trained. [HL3340]
This is a matter for the General Social Care Council (GSCC) with which all social workers and student social workers must be registered.
In 2003 professional qualifying training for social workers in the United Kingdom changed to a degree in social work. In England, these are approved by the GSCC. The diploma in social work (DipSW) and all other predecessor social work qualifications will continue to be recognised as valid social work qualifications.
Other social care workers can develop themselves through national vocational qualifications and national occupational standards.