Learning Objectives
5 objectives- Understand the historical development, core values, and ethics of social work.
- Identify and describe the diverse roles and responsibilities of social workers across various settings.
- Analyze key theoretical frameworks that guide social work practice.
- Develop cultural competence and ethical decision-making skills relevant to social work.
- Apply knowledge of interventions, advocacy, trauma-informed care, and self-care strategies to professional practice.
Content Outline
PreviewUnit 4248: Foundations and Practice of Social Work
1. Overview of Social Work
- Introduction to Social Work
- Definition and scope
- Historical development of social work
- Core Values and Ethics
- NASW core values: service, social justice, dignity and worth of the person, importance of human relationships, integrity, competence
- Social Justice and Human Rights
- Importance in social work practice
- Examples of social justice initiatives
2. Roles and Responsibilities of Social Workers
- Advocacy
- Case Management
- Counseling
- Community Organizing
- Policy Development
- Interprofessional collaboration
3. Theoretical Frameworks in Social Work
- Systems Theory
- Understanding complex interactions
- Strengths-Based Approach
- Focusing on client strengths and resources
- Ecological Perspective
- Interaction between individuals and their environments
- Person-in-Environment Framework
- Holistic view of client circumstances
4. Social Work Practice Settings
- Schools
- Hospitals and Healthcare Settings
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Government Agencies
- Private Practice
- Emerging practice areas
5. Diversity and Cultural Competence in Social Work
- Definition of Cultural Competence
- Understanding Diverse Populations
- Ethnic, racial, socioeconomic, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and other diversities
- Promoting Inclusivity and Social Justice
- Strategies for culturally responsive practice
6. Social Work Ethics and Professional Conduct
- NASW Code of Ethics Overview
- Ethical Decision-Making Models
- Boundaries in Client-Worker Relationships
- Confidentiality and Privacy
- Common Ethical Dilemmas and Resolutions
7. Social Work Interventions and Techniques
- Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Crisis Intervention
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Selecting appropriate interventions
8. Social Policy and Advocacy
- Role of Social Workers in Social Policy
- Legislative Advocacy
- Addressing Systemic Inequalities
- Community Organizing and Mobilization
9. Trauma-Informed Practice in Social Work
- Principles of Trauma-Informed Care
- Recognizing Impact of Trauma
- Integrating Trauma-Informed Approaches in Interventions
10. Self-Care and Burnout Prevention for Social Workers
- Importance of Self-Care
- Stress Management Techniques
- Setting Professional Boundaries
- Strategies to Prevent Burnout
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