SOWK7582: Clinical Family Practice

This course develops foundational social work practice skills with families across diverse social service settings. Students learn family focused interventions for working with families in crisis or involved in social welfare systems. Theories for family therapy are examined through a social work lens, with emphasis on integrating theory and practice. Skill development occurs through case examples, roleplays, and reflective writing that incorporates self-analysis and sociocultural awareness. This class will have intensives meaning that the students will be expected to participate in one synchronous session during the semester—4 hours on a Saturday.