SW 7701:Social Work Practice I

3 Class Hours 0 Laboratory Hours 3 Credit Hours
Prerequisite: Admission to the MSW program.
This course provides an introduction to direct social work practice with an emphasis on work with individual clients from diverse backgrounds based on an ecological/systemic theoretical perspective. The problem solving process including problem definition, assessment, goal planning, intervention, termination and outcome evaluation is examined. The task centered approach and crisis interventions are included as examples of the problem solving process in direct social work practice. The strengths perspective is emphasized in the content on assessment and problem solving processes. Mutuality in relationship building, communication skills, such as empathic and active listening, and the professional use of self are also included.