Nov 21, 2024  
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25 
    
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25
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SW 4801 - Social Work Practice I


The first of two senior social work practice courses; focuses on the basic concepts and skills of generalist social work at the micro and mezzo levels. Introduces and guides students through the initial stages of practice evaluation used for analyzing the level of goal attainment and the effectiveness of interventions. Emphasizes assessment and intervention with individuals, families, and groups. This course has an accompanying social work field experience.

Requisites: Sr and Social Work major (BA6601 or BS6605)
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will be able to demonstrate ethical and professional behavior.
  • Students will be able to engage anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion in practice.
  • Students will be able to implement the steps of the “planned change” process.
  • Students will be able to engage in research-informed practice.
  • Students will be able to engage with individuals, families, and groups.
  • Students will be able to assess individuals, families, and groups.
  • Students will be able to intervene with individuals, families, and groups.
  • Students will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of practice with individuals, families, and groups.
  • Students will be able to demonstrate the principles of effective case documentation.
  • Students will be able to implement a biopsychosocial, strengths-based perspective while conducting an individual assessment interview.



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