SCWK-61600 Social Work in the Schools

This advanced-level course focuses on understanding the skills and content needed to assume the role of a school-based social worker, providing information about direct social work practices and relevant social work theory/policy for use within school settings.  This course begins by introducing the profession of school social work, discussing its history and progression within the United States.  It further explores the social worker role within Special Education, as a community liaison, as a consultant within the school setting, and other unique roles.  Students learn and practice using evidence-based approaches for school settings and become familiar with the diverse student populations to whom they may provide services.  The social and political context of the education system in the United States is discussed and critically analyzed.  This course includes pedagogy and assessment to ensure that students are learning the necessary information to practice social work via micro, mezzo, and macro level approaches within school settings. 

Credits

3