OBJECTIVES: The objective is to demonstrate the possibility to use a systematic description of social work job positions (professiograms) as a basis for the design of tertiary education programs. THEORETICAL BASE: The theoretical background is a job analysis approach.
METHODS: Expert opinion. OUTCOMES: Connection between the professiogram of a child welfare social worker and requirements for his/her optimal professional training serves as an example.
SOCIAL WORK IMPLICATIONS: The principle can be used for other job positions and relevant educational social work programs.