January 2025 University Catalog

SWK8015 Advanced Social Work Practice: Theoretical Perspectives

Learners in this course assess the role of theory in social work practice at the micro, mezzo, macro, and meta levels. Learners critically appraise selected theories, perspectives, and models for relevance and evaluate the strengths and barriers regarding their application to practice. Through critical self-reflection, learners identify with specific theoretical orientations, as well as demonstrate recognition and respect for others' theoretical orientations. For DSW learners only.

Credits

4

Prerequisite

Completion of or concurrent registration in SWK8010.