Social Work Theory for Critical Practice

3 credits · Graduate

This course recognizes that theory guides practice and practice informs theory. It will explore how theories have evolved in social work from those centering in psycho-dynamic theory and the problems of individuals to critically based anti-oppressive approaches that contextualize individual struggle. In this course students will learn not only a variety of social work theories, but how they translate into practice. Students will have an opportunity to apply theories to direct practice through case vignettes and role plays. RESTRICTIONS: MSW FORMATS: Lecture