SOWK 403 - Social Work Practice Methods II

Institution:

Mountain State University

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Description:

Prereq: C or better 400. Coreq: 404, 405, 406. Clinical/direct practice course that is designed as both a theoretical and experiential course. The basic assumption for the course is that the best way for students to learn how to run groups is by having them take turns leading groups in class. After the instructor covers the theoretical framework for each section, students have opportunities to experience and participate in group exercises while discussing elements of group dynamics and social work group therapy. Throughout the course students examine social work values and ethics as well as issues of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and ability as they relate to practice. Particular attention is given to the recruitment and composition of group members, leadership structure of small groups, phases of group development, and such group processes as decision making, tension reduction, conflict resolution, goal setting, contracting, and evaluation. Students learn how to assess and address such group problems as scapegoating, member resistance, low morale, overactive deviance, etc. F.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.mountainstate.edu

Phone Number:

(304) 253-7351

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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