SWRK 4000 - Social Work Practice:Engagement,Assessment,and Planning

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Western Michigan University

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Description:

This is the first of three practice courses. Students are prepared for the beginning phase of the helping process and develop interviewing, listening, relationship building, and assessment skills. The problem solving model is presented with an emphasis on systems theory and the ecological perspective. Students learn about generalist social work practice and problems in working with individuals, families, and groups, including how to obtain, organize, and assess information. Students proceed to determine priorities for contracting and goal setting in preparation for the intervention phase. Students study the practice implications of gender, race, and other aspects of diversity. Prerequisites & Corequisites: Prerequisites: ENGL 1050, SWRK 3500. Corequisites: SWRK 3510 and 3650. Credits: 3 hours

Credits:

3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wmich.edu

Phone Number:

(269) 387-1000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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