SWK3120 - Working with families and groups: Theory and practice

Leader(s): Ms Lesley Hewitt (Group work) & Ms Louise Oliaro (Family work)

Offered

Caulfield Second semester 2009 (Day)
Caulfield Second semester 2009 (Off-campus)
Singapore Second semester 2009 (Flexible)

Synopsis

The unit comprises two sections: 'Group work' and 'Family work'. 'Group work' examines the historical development of group work; the group work 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 variety of theoretical frameworks drawing out the implications for practice.

Objectives

To enable students to understand and articulate the theories and practices relevant to working with families and groups.

Assessment

'Group work' - written assignments (2250 words): 50%
'Family work' - written assignment (2250 words): 50%.
Both components must be passed in order to gain an overall pass in the unit.

Contact hours

4 hours per week

Prerequisites

A pass in SWK3240. Social Work units are available only within the context of the Bachelor of Social Work degree, or with permission.