Prin & Prac of Gen SOWK Prac.

Catalog description

This course is designed to introduce students to the basic concepts, values, and assumptions of the social work profession and to provide a general overview of theories and models of social work practice. Students will focus on the initial phase of the social work intervention process that includes the development of effective helping relationships characterized by the ability to demonstrate genuineness, empathic caring and respect that leads to trustworthiness in social work practice. Students will apply social work concepts in collaborative experiential learning course activities and exercises. Prerequisite(s): N/A Co-requisite(s): SOWK 602 , 603 , 604 & 605.