Social Work Practice With People Who Have Mental Health Problems (SWSP7025)
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
W
Restricted
Restricted to students in the Master of Social Work and Graduate Certificate in Social Work (Mental Health)
Assessment methods
Literature review, paper
Course enquiries
This course is not currently offered, please contact the school or faculty of your program.
Course description
This course provides an intensive focus on four themes which pose long-standing challenges to social work in mental health. Students are encouraged to engage directly with current theoretical literature and research, demonstrating the ability to apply these to direct practice situations. Themes covered: Mental illness and spirituality Critiquing recovery Responding to trauma Mental illness and welfare