Social Welfare - Engagement and Assessment

Catalog description

This course is the first in a two-course sequence that prepares students for generalist social work with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Focusing on the beginning phases of the helping process, students will develop knowledge and skills to build rapport with individuals and families, understand group dynamics, build basic group facilitation skills, navigate and influence organizational cultures, and assess the strengths and needs of communities. In addition, students will learn how generalist skills can help to address population needs across levels of practice. This course will ask students to apply evidence- and theory-driven approaches for engagement and assessment. Students are required to take both courses in this sequence (SW 710 and SW 711) with the same instructor. If this is not possible, students must contact their academic advisor for guidance. Concurrent enrollment in SW 701 is encouraged. Prerequisite: Must be admitted to the School of Social Welfare.