INTERVENTIONS WITH CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES

SOCWORK 924

Review of family theory and its relevance for social work practice; an analysis of family subsystems in the U.S.; current research on the American family.

SOCWORK 624

Exploration of the small group as the interventive unit; major models and techniques; principles guiding the selection of the small group approach to intervention based on research knowledge of problems, processes, and outcomes.

SOCWORK 920

Considers legislation, policies, and institutional structures that affect children, youth, and families across multiple service systems.

SOCWORK 742

Explore evidence-based services through a holistic perspective that looks at a person in their environment, using a person-centered approach. Assessment, treatment, and generalization of change strategies; problem solving; resource development; intervention planning; current trends in mental health and other practice issues are explored.

SOCWORK 462

History and current policies, statutes, and best practices that shape child welfare practice locally, nationally, and internationally. Gain knowledge and awareness to prevent and protect children from neglect, physical abuse, sexual abuse, and emotional abuse by strengthening, supporting and empowering their families. Explore various settings where children and families often receive social work services to engage in critical review on the purpose and organization of the setting, the role of social work, and evidence-based practices when working with children and families.