Theory and Practice of Interpersonal Practice

SW540, Section 001

This course is the required, entry level course in the Interpersonal Practice (IP) Concentration and combines theories of human behavior with models of practice methods. This course builds on the skills and theories presented in foundation courses 500 and 516 (i.e. Human Differences, Social Relationships, Well-Being, and Change Through the Life Course; and Foundation Skills for Social Work Practice). All phases of the IP treatment and prevention process (i.e. engagement, assessment, evaluation, planning, intervention, and termination) will be presented with attention to how they are applied to work with individuals, families, and small groups. Various prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation models will be covered as well as various IP skills. This course will also integrate content on multiculturalism, diversity, social justice, and social change issues. In subsequent IP courses, more emphasis will be placed on specialized assessment procedures, evaluation, treatment interventions, termination, and specific curricular themes.