SWK3250

Social work perspectives on human development ( 6 points, SCA Band 1, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Ms Lesley Hewitt

Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2006 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2006 (OCL)
Singapore First semester 2006 (Flexible)

Synopsis: A lifecourse approach to human development with particular emphasis on lifestage transitions, including death, variations in human behaviour, and the impact of specific life crises, and consideration of the implications for social work practice.

Objectives: Students who have completed this unit should be able to understand and explain the specific developmental tasks confronting individuals throughout the lifespan, including the courses of variation in individual development; critically evaluate the values and assumptions underpinning various theoretical approaches to human development; demonstrate an awareness of the impact of gender, disability, sexuality, class and culture on development, as well as the impact on individuals of non-normative events such as family violence and family breakdown; and be able to apply this knowledge to professional, ethical social work practice.

Assessment: Assignment (2000 words): 40% + Assignment: 60%.

Contact Hours: 3 hours per week

Prerequisites: Completion of 48 points at first-year level. Social Work units are available only within the context of the Bachelor of Social Work degree, or with permission.