There is widespread recognition that substance use is one of America’s most pressing social problems. Social workers increasingly find themselves attempting to help individuals and families resolve substance use problems, as well as directly or indirectly related issues. This course introduces students to current and emerging substance use treatment approaches and issues so they can conduct their practices from an informed perspective.
This required internship gives foundation students the opportunity to integrate social work theory and practice for effective professional intervention at clinical and community levels. Pre- or co-requisites: SOWK 4001, 4020, 4132 & 4006, 4003, 4007.
This required internship gives foundation students the opportunity to integrate social work theory and practice for effective professional intervention at clinical and community levels. Pre- or co-requisites: SOWK 4001, 4020, 4132 & 4006, 4003, 4007.
This course examines the application of leadership and supervision theory to practice settings in communities, organizations, and policy contexts. A focus is placed on leadership roles and an examination of leadership styles, with an emphasis on the skills of transformational leadership and supervision. A focus on team leadership and supervision, one-to-one supervision skills, managing conflict and personnel, and cross-cultural work will be addressed.
This course examines major cognitive approaches to social work practice, suggesting methods focusing on clients' problem-solving abilities, building on client strengths, targeting specific thought patterns that impede clients from reaching goals, and assessing outcomes in terms of changes in thinking and behavior. Theory is applied to individuals, families, and groups. Additionally, this course examines relevant research suggesting both indications and counter- indications of approaches.
This course will address the following Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (2022 EPAS) Competencies:
Competency 3: Advance Engage Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADEI) in Practice.
Competency 6: Engage with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
Competency 7: Assess Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
Competency 8: Intervene with Individuals, Families, Groups, Organizations, and Communities
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of the course, you will be able to demonstrate mastery of the following course outcomes:
1. Articulate the limitations of CBT in social work practice
2. Specify CBT interventions for individuals, families, and groups that are evidence informed and culturally responsive.
3. Analyze client behavior and cognitions using cognitive-behavioral theories.
4. Develop collaborative treatment goals that involve the client in the planning process,
ensuring that the goals are realistic, client-centered, and aligned with the client’s values and priorities.
5. Evaluate the effectiveness of cognitive behavioral approach applied to a defined clinical
issue or with a specific population.
6. Reflect on the challenges implementing culturally responsive CBT while working with clients and constituencies.
Please be advised that per the change In CSWE requirements, VFX is not enrolling new students after the fall 2024 quarter and will no longer be offered after winter 2024 quarter.