Social Work II
8 points * 2 hours per week * Second semester * Clayton * Prerequisite: A pass in SWK3110
This subject comprises two parts: `Groupwork' and `Family work'. `Groupwork' examines the historical development of groupwork; the groupwork process with emphasis on the beginning, ending and enhancing communication in groups; group leadership styles and terminating groups. In `Family work', family functioning is explained from a systemic framework, different perspectives and implications for practice.
Assessment
`Groupwork' - One written assignment (3000 words): 50% * `Family work' - One written assignment (2500-3000 words): 50%
Prescribed text
Carew R Group leadership skills Dept of Social Work, Monash U (for `Groupwork')
Hartman and Laird Family centred social work (for `Family work')