SWK 501 - Social Work Practice I

Prepares students for generalist social work practice with individuals, families, groups, communities, and organizations. Introduces students to the history of social work practice, the place and purpose of generalist practice, and the beginning phases of practice relationships. Considers assessment and developing relationships from a cross-cultural, strength-based, community collaborative perspective across the five client systems. Develops a practice perspective focusing on empowering client systems to address issues of economic and social justice.

Credits: 3