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Apr 2024
19m 36s

3 questions for your social work career

Vicki: Social Work Sorted
About this episode
Whether you are applying for your first role in social work, getting prepared for interviews or thinking about a move or change, this episode includes 3 key questions you can ask to get clear on what you need. Inspired by the seminars I delivered at the Shared Future in Social Work Conference, this podcast is for students and newly qualified social workers ... Show More
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