196-211 Social Work Practice with Groups

Formerly available as 196-412. Students who have completed 196-412 are not eligible to enrol in this subject. The subject dates and HECS/course fee census date for this subject change each year. Check your enrolment record for the correct census date for this subject.

Admission into the Bachelor of Social Work.

In this subject students should become aware of the range of uses of group work in social work practice and deepen their understanding of the processes that operate in small groups. Students will be given the opportunity to apply and practise their understanding in group situations.

• be able to critically analyse texts and practices;

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

• be able to link theory to practice;

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

• be able to undertake independent research.

Written work totalling 4,000 words which will include a record of observations of a small group 35%, a brief paper 30%, and a session plan 35% (all due at end of semester).

A subject reader may be available.

• F McDermott, Inside Group Work: A Guide to Reflective Practice. Allen & Unwin 2002.