Social Work Practice in Groups

Catalog description

Builds on social work practice, knowledge, skills and techniques. Describes social work practice with groups. It begins by delving into the history of group work in social work practice. Essentially, the course will explain the stages of group development, as well as concepts and theories related to group work treatment. In addition, different styles of group leadership will be presented, as well as group member roles. Students will be expected to role-play various stages of group development. Group process will also incorporate an ecosystems perspective, with overall emphasis on empowerment utilizing a strengths perspective. Special attention will be given to human rights, social and economic justice, diversity and cultural issues with respect to social work practice with groups. Students must earn a grade of "B or higher or it will have to be repeated.