RESULTS

• SWRK-4267EL - First Nations Perspectives in Social Work

  This course examines the effects of colonialism and imperialism on indigenous peoples around the world and First Nation people in Canada. Particular emphasis is placed on the consequences of social policies, legislation and social services. The course also examines alternate, de-colonising strategie...

• SWRK-4287EL - Substance Use and Addictions

  An introduction to the field of addictions. Topics include the licit and illicit use of alcohol and drugs, their regulation in Canada and theories of addiction and addiction treatment. Different treatment approaches are examined including mutual aid/self-help, behavioural change, harm reduction, gro...

• SWRK-4427EL - Social Work With Children and Youth

  Examines social work practice with children and youth, with particular emphasis on child and youth protection. The course considers related legislation and policies as well as a variety of intervention strategies used in primary, secondary and tertiary prevention. Structural issues related to child ...

• SWRK-4436EL - Social Work With Individuals and Families

  This course provides an overview of counselling theories and approaches for social work practice with individuals and families. This is an experiential course with a strong focus on social work practice and skill development. It explores issues related to advanced practice with individuals, crisis i...

• SWRK-4437EL - Social Work With Groups

  This course is an introduction to the theory and practice of working with different types of groups, including therapeutic, task and action groups. Students explore issues related to group development and process. Special attention is given to issues related to leadership, power, teamwork and collec...

• SWRK-4605EL - Field Instruction II

  A continuation of Field Instruction I, to deepen and extend the student's learning and development. Students are required to attend field instruction seminars. PREREQ: SWRK 3605. (exp 32) cr 6.

• SWRK-4705EL - Field III

  This 450 hour field placement is intended for students enrolled in the qualifying year of the Master of Social Work program. It is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to apply theory to practice and acquire skills and knowledge required in the graduate program. (exp 450 hrs) cr 6...

• SWRK-4726EL - Contemporary Issues in Social Policy

  Involves an in-depth examination of the ideological underpinnings, analytical frameworks and socio-political contexts of social policy-making. Particular attention is given to the policy process at both the legislative and organizational levels. Students are encouraged to develop skills in the criti...

• SWRK-4727EL - Strategies for Social Change

  Explores strategies for social change, including issues related to the social, political and economic context of social change work, approaches to social justice, international development and the impact of globalization. Specific attention is given to strategies that build skills in community devel...

• SWRK-4896EL - Independent Study

  A student or group of students may study a relevant topic chosen jointly by students and an instructor. To be accepted into this course, the student(s) must have received prior consent from the program coordinator and the course instructor. PREREQ: SWRK 2315. (tut) cr 3. Restricted to third and four...

• SWRK-4915EL - Integration Seminars for Social Work Practice

  Involves a combination of lectures, seminars and/or independent study intended to integrate course work with practice experiences from field and work experiences. The focus is on analysis, intervention and the development of a vision for social work practice. PREREQ: SWRK 3605 and SWRK 3405. (lec/se...

• SWRK-5016EL - Advanced Social Work Practice I

  This course explores the relationship between social analysis and advanced social work intervention in work with people in social, political and economic contexts. The course is intended to develop advanced social work practice skills with individuals, families and/or communities taking into account...