SOWK 8290 SOCIAL WORK PRACTICE IN HEALTH AND MENTAL HEALTH (3 credits)
This master-level graduate course delves into the intricacies of client engagement, assessment, and the development of mental health diagnoses using the latest edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Students will explore evidence-based assessments and interventions while focusing on the art and science of comprehensive case conceptualization. Through a combination of theoretical discussions, practical exercises, and case studies, students will gain the skills necessary for conducting thorough assessments, engaging clients collaboratively, and formulating accurate and nuanced diagnoses. Emphasis will also be placed on integrating social work perspectives, cultural humility, and anti-racist practices throughout the assessment and diagnosis process.
Prerequisite(s): SOWK 8170 and SOWK 8220 or Advanced Standing.Not open to non-degree graduate students.