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SWTP311 Social Work with Children, Young People and Families

10 cp
Prerequisites SWTP312 Social Work Practice with Individuals and Groups 1
Teaching Organisation A variety of teaching and learning strategies such as lectures, tutorials, workshops, WebCT and self-directed learning packages may be utilised.

The unit will provide students with the knowledge and skills to practice competently and ethically as social workers with children, young people and families from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, in different contexts (rural and urban) and confronting different issues, such as disability and family violence. The unit analyses the development of social work practice with each of these client groups and utilises current literature and research to highlight the essential elements of knowledge, practice and skills. Building on theories and skills work undertaken in previous units of the program, this unit will introduce students to more advanced interpersonal skills development and the critical analysis of practice. Emphasis will be given to the principles of collaborative, strengths-based and child- and family-centred practice.

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