SWK 306 Social Work Practice III: Organizations and Communities

This course prepares students for macro-level social work practice roles, by examining and applying the theories, knowledge, fundamental skills and methods necessary to engage successfully with organizations and communities. Development of Social Work practice competencies of collaboration, assessment, planning, empowerment, mobilization and advocacy to effect social change will be emphasized. Ethical and legal obligations, and the commitment to equity and social justice that guide social work practice will be incorporated. The course is designed to help students know and further develop the analytical and empirical skills needed to effectively manage and advocate with and on behalf of different communities including organizations, place and non-place based communities, and policy makers. Pre-requisite(s): SWK 200 and SWK 301. Co-requisite(s): None. 5 quarter hours