SOWK 5233 - Social Work Advanced Practice I

3 hours

Focuses on bio-psycho-social perspectives about mental health and disorders across the lifespan. Introduces major diagnostic classification systems with a primary focus on the Diagnostic Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM). Includes assessment skills and the diagnostic process utilizing the DSM. Emphasis upon facilitating a holistic multidimensional assessment inclusive of strengths. Analysis of diagnostic systems in relation to social work values and ethics.

Prerequisite(s): Formal admission to the MSW program.