Courses
SOWK4007 Families and Social Work (3 units)
- Prerequisite:
- Successful completion of SOWK2006 Social Work Values and Intervention, or approval from the Department
- Medium of Instruction:
- English
This course builds on the foundation of theoretical knowledge and practical skills for working with families as provided in earlier theory and skill courses, with an emphasis on promoting families psychological well-being and strengthening social support. Students will examine the development stages of families and problems that families may encounter. The role of social workers in family services will be examined and family policies and services will be analysed with particular reference to the local context.