This course presents advanced topics in interpersonal practice. The topics may include emerging practice methods, advanced application of methods covered in other required methods courses, and applications of methods in specific populations.
Course Topic
Adventure/Experiential-Based Therapy
This class will focus on the use of adventure-based activities in therapy with individuals, groups and families. Students will be introduced to adventure through readings, discussions, guest speakers and experiences. This one credit mini-course is designed to provide the student with a theoretical, philosophical and experiential understanding of adventure and experiential learning and its application to therapy. Course content includes the theoretical and philosophical foundations of adventure based practice, a discourse on the safe and appropriate use of adventure activities with different client groups, a demonstration on facilitating adventure activities, and use of adventure activities in assessment and intervention.
Other SW790 Offerings
The course listings below are provided for reference only. These offerings may be subject to change or cancellation.
| Course Section | Topic | Meeting Time | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| 013 | Family Psychoeducation Intervention in Work with Adults, Adolescents, Children and Their Families/Extended Support Networks | 9:00 am-5:00 pm | View Course |
| 012 | Grief Counseling Principles and Practice | 5:30 pm-8:30 pm | View Course |
| 010 | Current Treatments for Trauma Survivors | 5:00 pm-8:00 pm | View Course |
| 009 | Motivational Interviewing for Social Workers | 6:00 pm-9:00 pm | View Course |
| 008 | Psychopharmacology for Social Workers | 9:00 am-5:00 pm | View Course |
| 007 | Social Work Services That Make a Difference: Meaningful Supports for Transgender Youth and Their Families | 5:00 pm-8:00 pm | View Course |
| 006 | CBT for Depressive Disorders | 9:00 am-5:00 pm | View Course |
| 003 | Interpersonal Psychotherapy for Mood Disorders | 9:00 am-5:00 pm | View Course |
| 002 | Forensic Interviewing of Children | 9:00 am-5:00 pm | View Course |
| 001 | Assessment and Intervention With Preschool Children | 9:00 am-5:00 pm | View Course |