ODSW 807 - Community Advocacy and Participatory Research for Applied Practice

3 Credits

The purpose of this course is to comprehend the methods of informed decision-making through the lens of empirical research to guide community endeavor development and influence organizational leadership. Students are expected to develop research knowledge and enhance the skills needed for effective evidence-based clinical-community research application. This course will specifically prepare students with the necessary skills for effective community level(macro) practice and leadership. Upon completion students will be able to identify and describe theories and relevant models of effective community practice and theoretical models for community organizations. Students will also be introduced to Community Based Participatory Research(CBPR) approaches and methods. This course is also designed for students to learn community practice theories and participatory approaches. Ultimately students will develop skills to execute CBPR studies with community partners and stakeholders.

Prerequisite(s) ODSW 701 and ODSW 702 and ODSW 703 and ODSW 704 and ODSW 705 and ODSW 706 and ODSW 802
Offered (FALL or SPRING)