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Why join BASW?

Membership delivers all that you need, every step of the way, from learning and career development opportunities to resources, advice and representation and a lifelong sense of community.
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With the British Association of Social Workers you’ll get the resources you need to develop and protect your career – all under one roof.

Benefits of joining BASW

See our full list of BASW member benefits - from advice and representation to gaining a lifelong sense of community.
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Membership FAQs

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BASW membership supports every stage of your social work career, with discounts for students and newly qualified and full protection for social workers in practice.
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Student member

Discounts for student membership and your first year after you qualify

Great reasons to join!

Protection and support

Insurance tailored to your social work role and 1-1 support and coaching service for social workers 

Representation

Access BASW Advice and Representation, a team of qualified social workers for professional / regulatory help

Training and CPD

Free and discounted training, resources and events to develop your knowledge and skills and carve out your career path

Campaigning

Add your voice and influence what matters in social work today

Professional support service 

Confidential 1-1 support and coaching service for social workers and students. 

Specialist resources

 Access policies, resources and practice guides for social work. 

Connect

Network with like-minded colleagues to discuss practice and share knowledge and ideas

Events and conferences

Free and discounted access to leading conferences and events. 

Code of Ethics

Be recognised for upholding the highest professional standards and practice. 

Independent social workers

Enhanced package of professional resources for independent social workers. 

Professional social work magazine

The UK’s only printed social work magazine - delivered direct to your door. 

Save on journals

Up to 75% off on The British Journal of Social Work and Practice: Social Work in Action

Are you a University or education provider?
Benefit from discounted student group membership with the BASW UK University Social Work Education Provider Affiliation Scheme.