Service Delivery & Ethics in Human Services & Social Work

Catalog description

This course prepares students for their practicum experiences by reviewing clinical expectations, supervision, professionalism, and ethics. Diversity in the client populations served and in the practice settings at agencies that provide social work, mental health treatment, treatment of substance use disorders, and work with individuals with developmental disabilities are discussed. Professional ethics in the human services, social work, and the chemical dependency fields are covered. The importance of giving and receiving feedback and engaging in reflective practice are discussed. Students are prepared to interview with their practicum agency. Licensure requirements are reviewed. Students will read the SAHS Student Handbook and Practicum Manual and sign a Handbook Acknowledgement form. This course must be completed with a "C" or higher.