SOWK 453 - Children’s Grief and Bereavement

4 Hour(s) Credit
Explore the psychosocial aspects of loss for children and teens. It builds on systems theory and draws upon knowledge of human behavior and development. Grief theoretical frameworks are explored to enhance assessment and treatment approaches in social work practice. Special focus is given to issues around traumatic loss and risks for complicated grief. Various evidence-based approaches, including group approaches and expressive therapies, are learned.
Four hours per week
Prerequisites Admission to the professional program or permission of instructor
Undergraduate/Graduate Swing Equivalent SOWK 628