A Day In The Life: Social Worker

Step into a typical day as a social worker with our AI-powered ‘Day in the Life’ experience. Follow real tasks, challenges, and insights to see what this career is really like. Explore the role of a social worker supporting individuals and families in need. Students discover how empathy, resilience, and problem-solving play a vital role in this career.

Course Description

Step into the shoes of an Irish social worker and discover what it really means to help people through some of the toughest — and most rewarding — moments of their lives.

This AI-powered course uses realistic day-in-the-life storytelling, interactive video chapters, and detailed supporting materials to give students a genuine insight into one of Ireland’s most meaningful careers. From child protection to community support, and from teamwork to self-care, each module explores the real skills, challenges, and rewards behind this vital profession.

Through twelve immersive modules, learners will:

  • Understand how social workers make a difference in children’s and adults’ lives
  • Learn about real-world teamwork with schools, hospitals, and Gardaí
  • Explore the legal, ethical, and emotional responsibilities of the role
  • See how empathy, communication, and resilience shape the profession
  • Get practical career guidance on qualifications, placements, and registration in Ireland

Each chapter combines AI-generated video storytelling, in-depth supporting information, and interactive quizzes to help students reflect on what they’ve learned. Designed specifically for Transition Year, this course blends modern technology with authentic professional insight — bringing one of Ireland’s most essential public service careers to life.

Module 1: Introduction

  1. Introduction: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 2: Case Files and Confidentiality

  1. Case Files and Confidentiality: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 3: Teamwork & the Multi-Disciplinary Approach

  1. Teamwork & the Multi-Disciplinary Approach: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 4: Why Home Visits Matter

  1. Why Home Visits Matter: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 5: The Role of Schools in Safeguarding

  1. The Role of Schools in Safeguarding: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 6: Why Self-Care Matters

  1. Why Self-Care Matters: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 7: Supporting Adults Towards Independence

  1. Supporting Adults Towards Independence: Video Diary with Daniek
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 8: Paperwork & Accountability

  1. Paperwork & Accountability: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 9: Social Workers and the Courts

  1. Social Workers and the Courts: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insight
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 10: The Challenges of Social Work

  1. The Challenges of Social Work: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 11: The Rewards of Social Work

  1. The Rewards of Social Work: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Module 12: Pathway to the Profession

  1. Pathway to the Profession: Video Diary with Daniel
  2. More Insights
  3. Recap Quiz

Duration
Lessons
12 modules
Format
Video, text
Certification
Yes
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