SWK 651

First of three foundation social work practice courses. This course emphasizes individual and family practice through integration of theory, methods, values and skills as they apply to practice with diverse individuals and families. The student will develop skills of practice: engagement, assessment, intervention, prevention and evaluation within a framework of collaboration with related disciplines of practice. Included will be an examination of theories within the bio-psycho-social paradigm and interdisciplinary issues from strengths, systems and ecological perspectives related to the delivery of social work services for populations at risk; exploration and data gathering for understanding differential assessment for differential understanding, intervention and evaluation. The focus is on collaboration, the interdisciplinary role of social work, and practice perspectives to address social and economic issues to empower individuals and families.

029939