SW 600 - SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE WITH INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES

College of Social Work

Credits: 3

This course introduces students to generalist social work practice with individuals and families. SW 600 teaches the generalist practice model and related skills: engagement, interviewing, assessment, planning/intervention, implementation, evaluation and termination with a focus on helping students to master professional skills for direct practice with individuals and families. Additionally, this course offers an examination of social work practitionersâ€™ roles in the direct delivery of social services within the context of professional values and ethics. Special attention is paid to the social workerâ€™s obligations towards populations-at-risk.

Prerequisite(s):
Prereq: Acceptance into the MSW program.
Approved for Distance Learning.