Advanced Practice in Out of Home Care (SWSP7505)
Course level
Postgraduate Coursework
Units
2
Duration
One Semester
Class hours
24W over semester
Recommended prerequisite
P: Permission of Postgraduate Coursework Director. Permission will not normally be granted for students enrolling in Graduate Certificate in Human Services.
Assessment methods
Assignment, take-home examination, skills demonstration in class and online exercises.
Course enquiries
This course is not currently offered, please contact the school or faculty of your program.
Course description
NOT OFFERED IN 2011.
To enrol in this course, students must have completed an interpersonal skills training course. Please contact the School of Social Work and Human Services for further information.
This course introduces students to advanced practice in designing, implementing and evaluating out of home care for children and young people. The course addresses material on understanding needs in out of home care, critical evaluation of out of home care practices, the selection and training of carers, and working with stakeholders in this field of practice.
Course will only be offered if enrolments exceed 15 students.
This course will not be offered in 2010. It is unlikely to be offered in future semesters. Please contact the School of Social Work and Human Services if you require further advice.
