Social work student withdrawals rise due to unpaid placements, prompting calls for paid placements.
A push is on to end unpaid placements for social work students, as one in five undergraduates are withdrawing due to financial stress. Research from the Australian Council of Heads of Social Work Education reveals students face a thousand hours of unpaid placements, equivalent to six months' full-time work. A coalition of students, academics, and union representatives are calling for paid placements to improve inclusivity and access to higher education for diverse backgrounds.
March 26, 2024
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