Social Work Generalist Practice II

Catalog description

Building on SWG 501 , this course focuses on theory and practice for work with groups, including therapeutic units, families, groups within organizations, teams, and community groups. In accordance with social work values, special attention is given to diverse populations. This includes individuals, groups, and communities affected by different forms of oppression on the basis of perceived age, ability, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, religion, and gender. Grounded in a person and environment construct, an appreciation of oppressive systems, and respect for human diversity, this course provides students with generalist knowledge, skills, and values necessary for generalist social work practice with families and groups. This course is taken concurrently with SWG 597 as a way to provide students with the opportunity to integrate their developing competencies across knowledge, values, and skills.