SW-435: Crisis Intervention

Program
Credits 3
This course covers different theories and techniques for dealing with emergency and crisis situations that require immediate intervention. It will explore various high-stress scenarios such as suicide threats or attempts, threats of serious harm, severe symptoms of mental illness, sexual assault, partner violence, bereavement, and grief issues. The course also focuses on ethical considerations surrounding crisis intervention and how diversity, discrimination, marginalization, and oppression impact such interventions. Prerequisites: 6 hours in Social Work and sophomore standing.