Welfare methods IIA
AW BW GW
Helen McAdam
Subject value of 1.0 (6 points) * 4 hours per week * First semester * Gippsland only for 1994 (???) * Prerequisites: Successful completion of eight first-level diploma or degree subjects
From the foundations established in subjects GSC1303 and GSC1304, this subject looks at theoretical frameworks and models of intervention in welfare casework practice. These include systems theory, feminist casework theory, problem solving theory, family theories, and crisis intervention theory. Particular attention is paid to the process of casework, and how theory is used to develop assessments and case plans in case work situations. There are no prescribed texts in this subject, rather, students are encouraged to read widely and adopt those texts which reflect their preferred theoretical frameworks.
Assessment
Essay: 1000 words (25%) * Case study: 2500-3000 words (60%) * Group audio-tape assignment: 15% * All pieces of assessment must be completed and any two must receive a passing grade to pass the subject