SWK 698 - Integrative Approaches to Global Social Work - Russia

This course is designed to introduce students to international social work practice abroad. Students develop knowledge and skills in culturally competent approaches to effectively enhance assets and empower individuals, families, groups, agencies and communities within an international context, specifically those involved with gerontological issues and to health and social services. This course provides a knowledge base for international social work practice from a collaborative perspective with emphasis on reciprocity with the host culture, to identify the needs impacting older adults and their families related to informal and formal caregiving, service delivery models, and Interprofessional approaches in identifying and managing functional health challenges.

Credits: 6