SW 130 Social Work Practice in Schools
This course focuses on the knowledge, skills and values appropriate for social work practice within the school setting. Understanding of the school context and its politics are highlighed. Special attention is given to working with pupils, teachers, parents and administrators as well as interfacing with the community. Emphasis is placed on the tasks of social assessment for educational planning, the formulation of goals and objectives, record keeping and accessing school resources and external referrals. Theoretical approaches include evidence based practice, problem solving, brief and group treatment.
Distribution
SW