Bachelor of Social Work
​SCHOOL OF SOCIAL PRACTICE

If you have a heart to help people find resources, overcome their problems and plan for the future, becoming a social worker could be the career for you.

Being passionate about social justice in New Zealand society, and wanting to effect positive change is at the heart of social work; Social Workers, many of whom work through agencies such as Anglican Care Network, Baptist Churches of New Zealand Catholic Social Services, the Methodist Church, Presbyterian Support NZ, Open Home Foundation and the Salvation Army provide the essential services required to support and serve communities throughout New Zealand.

We understand that choosing the right place to study Social Work, is just as important as choosing the degree. At BTI, staff are relational, have a supportive open door policy, and encourage students to be all that can be through learning support and guidance. During your time at BTI,  you will grow holistically and academically, gaining understanding and knowledge as you develop the skills of relating to people in need and helping them grow and change, step by step.
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​​To receive specific information about the Bachelor of Social Work qualification, please download the programme information booklet or contact us.

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​WHY TRAIN TO BE A SOCIAL WORKER AT BTI?

Level: 7
Credits: 480
Delivery: Full-time or Part-time
Duration: 4 years (Full-time)
Location: Study anywhere in NZ
NZQA Accredited
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A Social Work Degree with a Difference - The Background
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Social Work Programme Graduate Profile

We are a faith-based relational learning community dedicated to ensuring successful outcomes for learners. When you study with us for the Bachelor Of Social Work degree you will benefit from:

• Full and part-time study options
• Small teaching groups - onsite and on-line
• The ability to study onsite in Tauranga or from where you live
• Great learning support to help you succeed
• A Christ-centred biblically-based curriculum
• Our heart to get to know you
• We shape our programmes based on stakeholder feedback

83% of students who graduated with BTI's Bachelor of Social Work degree in early 2017 were already employed at the time that they graduated.  

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"I feel I have come out with a comprehensive training, personal development and professional foundation that has enabled me to quickly gain competence in a demanding area of service to others"

BTI Social Work degree graduate

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