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Social work theory 120


 
Module code MWT 120
Qualification Undergraduate
Faculty Faculty of Humanities
Module content

Part 1: Social work intervention: Individual and group
Characteristic features of the helping relationship; the communication process; basic interpersonal skills and exploring skills in social work intervention with individuals. Different types of groups; group dynamics; leadership and basic skills for group leaders in social work intervention with groups.
Part 2: Family development and assistance
Families: The life cycle of the family, tasks and behaviour of the members of the family. The focus is on the social, economic, religious and cultural diversity of families and causes of family disorganisation.
Module credits 12.00
Prerequisites No prerequisites.
Contact time 2 lectures per week, 1 discussion class per week
Language of tuition English
Academic organisation Social Work and Criminology
Period of presentation Semester 2
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