What is social work?

An introduction to social work, looking at the role of social workers, where they work, and the ways that a social worker may come into your life. This video also provides an overview of our job as a regulator and the importance of professional standards and registering as a social worker. It also explains what we mean by fitness to practise. 00:00 what is social work 00:03 a social worker's role 00:18 being a registered social worker 01:25 where do social workers work, and who do they work with? 01:40 when a social worker comes into your life