SW-360: Generalist Social Work Practice III

This is the third course in the social work practice sequence and presents the generalist practice model with emphasis on macro level social work with organizations and communities. Generalist practice knowledge and skills are expanded to include community assessment, community organizing, program planning, evaluation, acquisition of funding, and grant writing. The course focuses on macro social work in the rural, Appalachian communities. The impact of oppression, discrimination, and prejudice on populations-at-risk, specifically those in Appalachia is discussed. Prerequisite: Admission to the Social Work Program. Recommended that SW 315 and SW 340 be taken prior to enrollment in this course.