SSW 525 - Intro to Advanced Practice

Institution:

University of New England

Subject:

Social Work

Description:

Introduction to Advanced Practice (IAP) is an intensive summer course which builds on the foundation practice knowledge that Advanced Standing students bring to Master's level education. IAP is intended to solidify and strengthen students' knowledge, values, and skills and serve as a bridge to second year courses. IAP integrates a strengths-based orientation to social work and reflects a strong commitment to ethical practice and the values of human dignity, cultural diversity, self- determination, and social justice. This course provides students with an opportunity to engage in critical examination of issues that impact the profession of social work. The course focuses on developing students' abilities to research, examine and critically evaluate a variety of issues, from a personal perspective that is ethical and consistent with the students' values and beliefs. This course is restricted to Advanced Standing students. Must be enrolled in: Master of Social Work.

Credits:

2.50

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2006 - 09/01/2007 

Institution Website:

www.une.edu/

Phone Number:

(207) 283-0171

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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