Contemporary Practice Theories for Social Work

Postgraduate

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Mode
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Your studies will be on-campus, and may include some online delivery
On campus
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Area/Catalogue
SOWK 5001
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Course ID
202799
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Campus
Magill
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course owner
School of Soc Work and Soc Car
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Course level
5
Work Integrated Learning course
Work Integrated Learning course
No
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
The fee you pay will depend on the number and type of courses you study.
No
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University-wide elective course
No
Single course enrollment
Single course enrolment
No

Course overview

This course will develop students' knowledge of contemporary social work practice theories and their application. Students will develop knowledge of contemporary social work practice theories including individual-focused theories, critical and structural theories, and theories influenced by postmodernism.

Course learning outcomes

  • Apply a specialised range of practice theories and intervention strategies to professional case situations.
  • Critically analyse the appropriateness of particular contemporary social work practice theories for use in working with specific individuals, groups and communities.
  • Analyse and demonstrate a culturally competent approach to social work practice.
  • Articulate and apply a broad ethical and socio-political framework for specialised social work interventions

Prerequisite(s)

N/A

Corequisite(s)

N/A

Antirequisite(s)

  • must not have completed WELF5098 Contemporary Practice Theories for Social Work at the University of South Australia

Assumed knowledge

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Textbook(s)

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Inherent requirements

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Other resources

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Assessment

  • Case Study – 50%
  • Learning Journal – 50%