Description
This course is the third in a practice sequence that provides a conceptual framework for generalist social work practice and introduces students to the knowledge, values and skills needed to work with community groups, organizations, communities and the Lakota tribe. Introduction to the roles, tasks and fuctions of the social welfare practitioner as well as theories and methods of assessment, intervention and evaluation are provided.
The challenges facing the macro-practitioner in generalist practice are explored. Practice skills presented in this course build on the content presented in HBSE II. Issues regarding social and economic justice, the value of diversity and populations-at-risk unique to this region and the role of professional ethics are intergrated throughout the course. The student will learn the skills and knowledge necessary to enter beginning practice in the role of change agent.
Prerequisites: SOWK 323
3 Credits