Authorised by Academic Registrar, April 1996
Synopsis This subject comprises two sections: `Persons in society' and `Social casework'. Persons in society' (i) considers the historical development of social work; theoretical bases; principles and methods of intervention; relating to individuals, families, groups and communities; and values and ethics; and (ii) emphasises the use of social theory in social work activity. This is achieved through using social theory to analyse poverty in Australia. `Social casework' examines the principles and methods of social work with individual people. It integrates interdisciplinary knowledge and theory (particularly psychological and sociological), about people and their situations with broad practice principles for helping them. Both interpersonal and environmental strategies are presented. The societal (often bureaucratic) context of practice is emphasised. The number of different theoretical approaches to casework are examined.
Assessment: `Persons in society' - One written assignment (2000 words): 40% + `Social casework' - Examination (2 hours): 60%