SWK4460

Critical and creative social work theory and practice (6 points)

(MED)

Leader: Associate Professor Chris Goddard

Offered:
Caulfield Second semester 2004 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2004 (OCL)
Singapore Second semester 2004 (Flexible)
Caulfield Second semester 2005 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2005 (OCL)
Singapore Second semester 2005 (Flexible)

Synopsis:

Objectives: The learning objectives are for students to know and understand the complexities and limitations in current theoretical approaches to social work practice; reflect upon their practice to date and how this has been influenced be their values and attitudes as well as external factors such as agency settings; reflect upon key concepts of social work practice (for example the social worker-client relationship); develop an understanding of social work practice from the perspective of different client groups (for example children); be able to develop and apply frameworks for understanding problems at personal and societal levels.

Assessment: Critical and Creative Social Work Theory and Practice - Essay (3000 words): 70% + Child Abuse and Child Protection - Essay (1500 words): 30%

Contact Hours: 4 hours per week

Prerequisites: SWK4410. Social Work units are available only within the context of the Bachelor of Social Work degree, or with permission.