Schedule
Mon, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (8/31/2026 - 8/31/2026) Location: AMAIN ADMIN 2105
Mon, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (9/14/2026 - 9/14/2026) Location: AMAIN ADMIN 2105
Mon, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (9/28/2026 - 9/28/2026) Location: AMAIN ADMIN 2105
Mon, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (10/12/2026 - 10/12/2026) Location: AMAIN ADMIN 2105
Mon, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (10/26/2026 - 10/26/2026) Location: AMAIN ADMIN 2105
Mon, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (11/9/2026 - 11/9/2026) Location: AMAIN ADMIN 2105
Mon, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (11/23/2026 - 11/23/2026) Location: AMAIN ADMIN 2105
Mon, 6:00 PM - 8:55 PM (12/7/2026 - 12/7/2026) Location: AMAIN ADMIN 2105
Description
This is the first of the foundation year practice courses which familiarizes students with the profession of social work and to the methods of social work practice. The course introduces students to theoretical frameworks for organizing and conceptualizing social work practice. The principles, methods, and skills of advanced generalist social work practice with diverse individuals at various stages in the life cycle will be emphasized in this course. The focus will be on relationship building and communication skills to engage and assess individuals. The importance of self-awareness and the professional use of self will be underscored throughout the course as well as the values and ethics of the social work profession. The components of culturally-sensitive social work practice will also be highlighted.