Advanced Practice With Families and Groups

Catalog description

This course provides an in-depth examination of the clinical skills of engagement, assessment, intervention, and evaluation on a mezzo systems level. Practice models and theoretical frameworks are examined and applied with diverse groups and families. Ethical decision-making based on knowledge of the NASW Code of Ethics combined with constructive cognitive and affective processing is practiced. Advanced interpersonal skills are practiced and modeled within the cohort through role plays and collaboration on decision cases. Particular emphasis is given to assessing skills in good beginnings (engagement) and endings (evaluation/termination). Prerequisite: Complete of all required 500-level courses or admission to Advanced Standing program