SWK 687 - Mental Health and Addictions Practice with Groups

Students enrolled in this course develop professional knowledge and skill for group work services to and for persons affected by mental health and addictions issues.  The phases of group development and intervention during the various group work stages provide a conceptual framework for the course experience.  Students learn to serve children, youth, adults and families in groups that are therapeutic, growth producing and life enhancing.  Students examine a number of theoretical perspectives including cognitive behavioral, communications, behavioral, and interpersonal approaches.