SOWK 334 - Generalist Practice I

3 credits
3 hours per week.

This course will introduce students to the com- plex and unique characteristics of the profession of social work. Students will explore in depth the knowledge base, values and ethics, and practice methodology which make up generalist social work practice. The course will present social work theories and practice models generic to the profession, the problem solving model, social work roles, and beginning skills in relationship building and interviewing. The goal of the course is to prepare students for entry into Field Education with a firm grasp of the role and function of generalist social work practice. Must earn a “C” or higher in the course.

Prerequisite(s) SOWK 200, SOWK 209, SOWK 329 and SOWK 331 completed with grades of “C” or higher
Offered (SPRING)