Theories-Methods of Practice 1 (SCWK 220)

• College: College of Arts and Sciences
• Department: Social Sciences Dept
• Credit Hours: 4
• This course has a lecture with 3 hours.
• This course has a lab with 2 hours.

First of two courses devoted to theories, methods, and values of social work practice. Primary focus on generalist and direct service roles of entry-level professionals. Selected theoretical models and social work generic method serve as instructional framework throughout two courses. Focus primarily on individuals and families. Environmental interventions stressed, as well as interventions aimed at client psychological processes. Special emphases on worker self-understanding, cultural diversity, rural populations, and client advocacy and empowerment. Pre-Requisites: PSYC 150 & SOCY 121 & SCWK 110, 130, 170, 191 and 210 and Corequisite: SCWK 240. Typically Offered Spring Only