196-006 Psychosocial Theory and Practice

Formerly available as 196-310. Students who have completed 196-310 are not eligible to enrol in this subject.

196-200 Social Work Theory & Practice 1.

This subject builds on subject 196-200 Social Work Theory & Practice 1 to develop further knowledge and skills related to the direct practice of social work with an emphasis on work with individuals. Students who complete this subject should be able to demonstrate their familiarity with a limited number of theoretical perspectives and relate those to the practice of social work in their supervised professional practicum.

• be able to critically analyse texts and practices;

• understand social, organisational, cultural and ethical contexts of practice;

• be able to link theory to practice;

• be able to competently communicate in speech and writing in ways relevant to both academic and practice contexts;

• be able to undertake independent research.

A written assignment of 4000 words (due at the end of semester). A hurdle requirement of a minimum 75% attendance required.

A subject reader will be available from the Bookroom at the beginning of semester

• M Payne, Modern Social Work Theory. (3rd ed) Macmillan 2005.