This course introduces the social work competencies and the problem solving model as conceptual frameworks, emphasizing the initial steps of problem and goal identification, data collection and preliminary contracting as applied to client systems of different sizes. It engages students in discussion of their observation and application of these processes in their practice assignments. Consistent with the fundamental commitment of the profession of social work to social and economic justice for all people, this course pays special attention to how institutional structures impede people of various ages, classes, colors, races, cultures, disabilities, ethnicities, family structures, gender, marital status, national origin, religions, sex and sexual orientation to meet their needs.
Course Learning Outcomes
At the completion of this course, the student will be able to:
Identify as a professional social worker and conducts himself/herself accordingly.
Apply social work ethical principles to guide his on her professional practice.
Apply critical thinking to inform and communicate professional judgments.
Engage diversity and difference in practice.
Advance human rights and social and economic justice.
Engage in research - informed practice and practice - informed research.
Apply knowledge of human behavior and the social environment.
Engage in policy practice to advance social and economic well - being and to deliver effective social work services
Respond to contexts that shape practice.
Engage, assess, intervene and evaluate with individuals, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
Accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a recognized accrediting agency. The Distance Education Accrediting Commission is recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).
