SOWK 641 - Advanced Clinical Theories and Practice with Families 3 hours

Building on content from previous courses, this course focuses on the development and application of culturally responsive and trauma-informed practice skills with families. Examines various current family theories (i.e. attachment theory, general systems theory, communication theory, social construction theory) with particular attention given to clinical issues as they relate to specific marginalized populations. Examines client-worker differences including a range of diversity dimensions, such as race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, class sexual orientation, and religion or spirituality. Prerequisites: Completion of the Generalist Year or Admission to the Advance Standing option.