SW 451: General Methods of Micro Social Work

This course is the first in a series of practice courses. This course introduces students to the principles, activities, and skills used by social workers in direct practice. The course includes interviewing and relationship building skills and diverse clientele, and introduces students to the relationships between values, practice and practice skills. Students are required to complete role-playing assignments that demonstrate their mastery of the assigned topic area, demonstrate the ability to think critically, utilize ethical principles in their decision making, possess sound judgment, and communicate planned intervention in an effective professional manner. Students are also required to demonstrate leadership initiative by participating in classroom discussions and completing interactive assignments. This is a preparation course for senior-level practice experience.