SOWK 487 - Social Work in the Schools

3 Hour(s) Credit
Provides an integrated view of school social work, using a framework of policy and practice. A major focus is on the topics critical to school social work, including at-risk youth, school reform, school violence, multiculturalism, and roles of school social workers within expanded mental health and school-linked services. Draws on systems and strengths perspectives within the context of working with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.
Three hours per week.
Prerequisites Junior or senior status preferred or permission of instructor.