SWK 676 - Military Social Work: Practice Principles for Working w/Military Personnel, Veterans, and Their Families

This course provides an overview of the social service delivery system for military personnel, veterans and their families (MVF).  The course offers an overview of the social context and diversity dynamics of the military as a closed society.  The course describes the unique cultures of the military, wounded warriors, and veterans. The course contrasts the structures, stressors, and resilience of military and veteran families.  The course outlines the different social service delivery systems within the military, their missions, and ethical challenges when working within this setting.  Combat environments, signature injuries, and treatment strategies for combat veterans are reviewed.   The course examines the different roles and competencies of military social workers and how to best navigate this field of practice. Strengths, resilience, and coping skills of military personnel, veterans and their families will be highlighted.