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Theories and Methods of Social Work

Major: Social Work
Code of Subject: 6.231.00.O.20
Credits: 7
Department: Sociology and Social Work
Lecturer: Stavkova S.G.
Semester: 3 семестр
Mode of Study: денна
Learning outcomes:
1. To familiarize the learner with the values, ethics and knowledge base of social work practice.
2. To introduce students to various social work theories, approaches, concepts and methods for practice. Particular attention will be paid to the ecological, strengths, structural and generalist perspectives. A brief overview of other theories will expose students to complementary and contrasting approaches.
3. To outline a framework for generic social work practice by incorporating the five stages of planned change: assessment, goal setting and contracting, intervention, evaluation and termination.
4. To enhance the integration of practice and theory, professional judgment and intervention skills, through reflection and practice exercises.
5. To apply micro, mezzo, and macro practice skill in the planned change process with individuals, families, groups and communities.
Required prior and related subjects:
• Interpersonal communication skills
• Introduction to Social Work
Summary of the subject:
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the foundations of social work theory, to learn the five phases of the planned change process and to develop a personal practice framework through the integration of theory and practice. The student will be introduced to Micro, Mezzo and Macro practice skills for individuals, families, groups and communities. This work will be informed by the values and knowledge base of social work theory.
Recommended Books:
1. Пейн М. Сучасна теорія соціальної роботи: Пер. з анг. – К., 2000. – С. 349-378.
2. Принцип активизации в социальной работе: Пер. з англ. / Под ред. Ф. Парслоу. – М.: Аспект Пресс, 1997. – 223 с.
3. Крофт С., Бересфорд П. Соучастие пользователей в социальной работе / В кн. Практика социальной работы / Под ред. Кристофера Ханвея и Терри Филпота. - Киев, 1996.-С. 68-88.
4. Мюллендер О., Уорд Д. Самокерована групова робота. – К., 1996. – 176 с.
5. Вступ до соціальної роботи: Підручник для студентів вищих навчальних закладів / За ред. Т.В. Семигіної, І.І. Миговича. – К.: Академвидав, 2005. – С. 162-167.

Assessment methods and criteria:

• Tests. Practical assignments and individual assignments - (40%).
• Final exam - 60%