Udo Bredow

Udo Bredow is a Part-Time Lecturer at the College of Social Work & Health at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences (Frankfurt UAS). He teaches courses including History, Theories, and Methods of Social Work, Person-Centered Approach, and Practical Reflection/Supervision for Social Workers in their Recognition Year. His work emphasizes applied skills in social work, with a focus on person-centered communication, counseling, and supervision.

• Education
  • M.A. in Educational Science and Philosophy
  • Diplom-Sozialpädagoge (equivalent to Bachelor's in Social Work)
• Qualifications
  • Certified Person-Centered Counselor (GwG/ Gesellschaft für personzentrierte Psychotherapie und Beratung e.V.)
  • Certified Supervisor (GwG/DGSv)
  • Teacher in Further Education (Frankfurt UAS)
  • Leader of Further Education Programs (GwG)

Bredow's research and professional focus lies in person-centered communication and its application in social work, particularly with vulnerable populations such as mentally ill individuals, elderly care recipients, and youth in at-risk housing. He also specializes in supervision training and quality development in social services.

He leads part-time continuing education programs at the Competence Center for Continuing Education and Lifelong Learning at Frankfurt UAS, including advanced training in person-centered counseling accredited by the GwG. His teaching philosophy emphasizes interactive learning, self-reflection, and practical application, as evidenced by positive student feedback highlighting his engaging and supportive approach.

• Professional Activities
  • Supervision of Bachelor Theses (modular seminars in Module 19 & 20)
  • Coaching, consulting, and supervision for social workers, teams, and groups
  • Online training via Zoom